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Are tiny homes a good investment? For just $50,000, you can get a brand new tiny home investment—not even fifteen percent of the average single-family home price in the United States. Even better? These tiny investment properties can bring in over $15,000 per year in rent, making your payoff period minuscule compared to a standard real estate investment. To learn more, we brought Steven Harrell, tiny home builder and investor, on the show to walk through all the numbers and how investors can cash in big on these tiny homes.

Steven has seen the tiny home industry shift from off-the-grid, fringe mini homes in the woods to now a mainstream necessity as more Americans struggle to pay the sky-high cost of rent or a mortgage on standard homes. With affordability at a forty-year low, Americans need cheaper housing options, and tiny homes might be the perfect answer.

We discuss the costs of tiny homes, how much they rent for, finding and buying land to put them on, insurance, financing, and how beginners can get started on this investment at a very attractive price point. Want tiny houses with big profits? This episode is for you! 

In This Episode We Cover

How much does a tiny home actually cost to build, and how much it’ll rent for 

Tiny home appreciation and whether these small investments are for cash flow only

How to find and buy the land for your next tiny home, plus what you MUST look for

The average insurance cost for a tiny home (it’ll surprise you)

Why the average tiny home tenant might not be who you think it is

Exactly what Steven would do now to get started investing in tiny homes 

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:27) Foreclosed On & Finding “Tiny Homes”

(05:39) Average Cost and Size 

(08:12) Do They Appreciate? 

(10:02) How to Invest in Tiny Homes

(15:35) It’s THAT Cheap!?

(18:17) Insurance for Tiny Homes 

(20:18) Tiny Home Tenants 

(22:22) How to Get Started 

(26:28) Would We Buy Tiny Homes?

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Should you use a HELOC to buy investment property? Would we use home equity to retire? When is it time to sell a performing property and exchange it for a more expensive one? If you’ve got home equity, this episode could help you reach financial freedom faster as we answer real listener questions, many about home equity, on today’s Seeing Greene!

If you’ve been investing for a while, you may have some paid-off properties. Should you get a cash-out refinance and live off the loans? That’s what one of today’s investors is asking, but Rob and David have different views on whether this is a good retirement plan. Did your property almost get destroyed by the city this week? Rob’s did! We’ll share the full story at the start of the show.

Next, an investor debates selling her performing rentals to scale into a bigger property. We also answer how to use a HELOC (home equity line of credit) to quickly grow your real estate portfolio. Why are contractors so hard to find? A veteran investor/contractor shares the reason why most contractors suddenly disappear. Finally, a listener has inherited multiple lots of land but wonders if he should build multifamily rentals on them. Can he use the lots as collateral to get the funds to start his investing journey? All that in this Seeing Greene! 

In This Episode We Cover

How to retire using home equity and cash-out refinances (and whether you should!)

Why Rob was close to having his newly-renovated home destroyed by the city 

When to sell a performing rental property and trade up into a better area 

Using a HELOC (home equity line of credit) to invest in real estate 

Why good contractors are so hard to find and often vanish from investors’ lives 

How to leverage land to fund build-to-rent investment properties 

And So Much More!

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Real Estate Podcast 978 – How to Build Your Real Estate Investing Team (Agents, Contractors, Lenders)

Real Estate Podcast 972 – 3 Beginner Steps to Find Undervalued Real Estate in ANY Market

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(00:00) Intro

(01:06) The City is Destroying My Property!

(06:12) How to Retire with Home Equity

(13:00) Sell Rentals for House Hack?

(18:45) How to Use a HELOC to Invest

(26:04) Comment Section Callout 

(28:47) Contractor’s Advice for Investors 

(35:46) Build Multifamily on Inherited Lots?

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Should you pay off student loans or invest in real estate? This is the question Tom Keating had to ask himself back in 2018. At the time, he had no real estate investing experience and only picked up The Book on Rental Property Investing by chance. He still had student loans but decided to spend his savings (which could have made him debt-free) on the down payment for his first rental property. Now, just six years later, Tom has an entire real estate portfolio of passive and active investments and is free from his W2!

If you’ve got some form of debt—student loans, credit card debt, medical debt, etc.—you might think you can’t invest in real estate, but you’d be wrong. In today’s episode, Tom breaks down the simple equation you can use to figure out whether you should pay off your debt or invest. Tom took the path less traveled, and now, he’s benefiting from it, being able to go anywhere in the world, live where he wants, and control his schedule.

Tom also shares a simple yet unbelievably valuable way to find the hottest real estate markets and areas to buy rental properties. The best part? The data he uses is FREE, and you can copy his same strategy to get cash flow, appreciation, or a bit of both!

In This Episode We Cover

Whether to pay off student loans or invest and the simple calculation you can use to decide 

The super simple way to find hot real estate investing areas with appreciation potential 

Quitting your W2 job and becoming a full-time real estate investor, even with a small portfolio 

How to diversify your real estate portfolio with both passive and active investments 

Why Tom invests across multiple states (and strategies) instead of drilling down on one area

And So Much More!

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Should I Pay Off My Student Loan or Invest in Real Estate?

(00:00) Intro

(01:41) Serial Side Hustler 

(05:29) Buying His First Duplex 

(06:57) Invest vs. Pay Off Debt 

(12:42) Tom’s Portfolio 

(14:40) Investing in Multiple Markets 

(20:01) Finding Hot Investing Areas

(26:08) Working Less, Making More 

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Zillow’s latest housing market forecast shows a decline in home prices over the next year after a very slow spring homebuying season. While spring is traditionally the hottest time of the housing market, with more sellers and buyers hitting the market at once, this year was stunted significantly. Will this trend continue as housing inventory remains at rock-bottom levels, or are things gradually improving, with a return to normalcy in sight? We’ve got Dr. Skylar Olsen, Chief Economist at Zillow, on to share the latest forecast and which markets could be in trouble.

With mortgage rates still hovering around seven percent, homebuyers and sellers are stuck. Sellers don’t want to trade into a more expensive mortgage payment, and buyers can’t afford today’s median home price. As a result, some under-the-radar, affordable real estate markets are seeing home and rent prices increase, while some traditionally hot markets are already seeing price corrections.

Where will the next correction hit, and which markets will have the most opportunity for real estate investors? Skylar explains it all, plus why Zillow updated their recent home price forecast to show a DROP in home values over the next year.

In This Episode We Cover

Zillow’s updated housing market forecast and why they’re predicting prices to drop

The spring homebuying season’s “extra slowdown” and why buying/selling is so stunted 

Skylar’s 2025 housing market and mortgage rate predictions 

What happens when mortgage rates get cut, and whether this could fire up the housing market again

The real estate markets seeing the most price corrections, plus hot markets Zillow is keeping an eye on

Markets with the strongest rent growth (for single-family AND multifamily investors)

And So Much More!

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BiggerNews: 2024 Housing Market Update and Why Prices Are Still Rising

(00:00) Intro

(01:36) Homebuying Sees “Extra Slowdown”

(06:51) Homes Sitting Longer 

(08:34) More Inventory On the Way?

(13:19) Zillow Updates Forecast 

(17:54) Markets Seeing Price Corrections 

(20:58) Hot Markets 

(22:22) Where Rents Are Growing 

(26:33) Investors, Watch THIS

(29:16) 2025 Predictions 

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Military real estate investing is perhaps the easiest way for veterans to reach financial freedom. Today’s guest is a prime example, going from broke recruiter to “military millionaire” in just FIVE years. And get this—military real estate isn’t just for service members. Everyday investors can take advantage of certain perks, too!

During his first seven years in the U.S. Marine Corps, David Pere was a serial spender, blowing each paycheck and saving very little money. But when a friend recommended the personal finance classic, Rich Dad Poor Dad, things finally clicked, and David realized the unique investing opportunities the military provided. Within four months, he had taken advantage of the favorable VA loan and bought his first house hack!

In today’s episode, you’ll learn how the military puts you in a great position to take financial risks early in your career. David takes a deep dive into VA loans, their benefits, their requirements, and what buyers and sellers should know. He even shares the best-kept secret in military investing—the Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) program—which makes it EASY for investors to score a better interest rate!

In This Episode We Cover

How veterans can build wealth through military real estate investing

Why the VA loan is the “best primary residence mortgage in the world”

What YOU should know about VA loans (even if you’re not a service member!)

What sellers and buyers need to know about assuming VA loans

How to find a lender that specializes in military loan products

Refinancing with the Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) program

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:14) Buying His First House Hack

(05:57) Military Real Estate Investing 101

(09:11) VA Loan Benefits & Requirements

(14:57) Reusing VA Loans & Finding Lenders

(18:24) Assuming VA Loans & the “IRRRL”

(23:14) HUGE Military Investing Advantages

(26:21) Connect with David!

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High interest rates are stopping you from investing, so what do you do? Wondering how to prepare for a recession if one hits soon? Should you sell your rentals and pocket some cash, or will you regret dumping your performing properties to secure some short-term safety? These tough questions can’t be answered by just anyone, so we have our expert investors David Greene and Rob Abasolo on to help you navigate through the most financially puzzling parts of real estate investing.

In this Seeing Greene, we’re tackling topics like how to prepare for a recession as a landlord, what to do when high interest rates kill your deals, and whether you should build an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) or simply park an RV on your land and rent it out instead. But that’s not all; a contractor wants to know how to work with investors while making even more money. Is he barking up the wrong tree, or is going the investor instead of the residential route a better choice for those trying to grow their contracting business? 

Plus, how long a tenant turnover should take and whether your property manager is moving too slowly. All that, and much more, is coming up in this Seeing Greene show!

In This Episode We Cover

How to invest in real estate during a high interest rate environment (and find lenders!)

Whether or not to sell your rentals if a recession hits in the near future 

Renting out an ADU vs. an RV and which will make you more money and come with a lower cost 

The power of compound interest and David’s genius method to pay off properties fast

Tenant turnover times and how long it should take for your property manager to find new renters 

How contractors can get consistent work from investors by doing this 

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:37) How to Invest with High Rates

(07:24) Renting Out an RV?

(14:00) Questions from the Comment Section

(15:41) Sell Rentals to Recession Prep?

(23:56) What Contractors Must Know

(33:58) Subscribe for More Seeing Greene!

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Today’s guest makes up to $100,000 per year, PER investment, by buying businesses. Yep, you heard that right. We’re not talking about a few hundred bucks a month in cash flow like most rental properties get you. Instead, you can make a living by buying a business “no one wants,” which is exactly what Matt DeBoth is doing.

Matt saw the writing on the wall after building up a sizable real estate portfolio. Low interest rates flooded buyers into the housing market, putting those with properties to sell in a great position. So, Matt sold many of his rental properties and wondered where he should put the money into. Over the next year, he spent his days researching businesses to buy, talking to business brokers, and eventually landed on a local pizza franchise. Matt was able to turn it around, and after months of hard work, he’s collecting serious cash flow from a business that only takes a few hours a week to manage!

If you want to buy yourself a six-figure income stream and feel like now is the perfect time to take a pause from real estate investing, Matt’s story may be just what you need to get started. He shares how much it costs to buy a small business, how to manage it, what to look for in business investment opportunities, and what you can do TODAY to get started!

In This Episode We Cover

How to create a six-figure income stream by buying small business franchises 

Buying the businesses “no one wants” and how to easily spot an investing opportunity

Why a poorly run business can mean tremendous potential for you to make more money

The low-money-down small business loans that Matt is using to buy businesses 

How to manage your business the right way so you only need to work a few hours a week 

Who should (and shouldn’t) buy businesses, and how to pick one 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:34) Buying When No One Else Would

(04:02) House Hacking an Apartment?

(06:09) Selling Off His Rentals?!

(13:06) Ditching Rentals to Buy Businesses 

(15:32) Buying His First Business

(17:45) Finding Investment Opportunities 

(21:07) $100K/Year Income Streams? 

(24:55) Managing the Businesses 

(28:28) Who Should Buy Businesses? 

(30:58) How to Get Started

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Mortgage rates were supposed to be going down by now, but what happened? Even in late 2023, many housing market experts predicted that we’d be seeing high to mid six percent mortgage rates at this point and hovering around the high five percent rate mark by the end of the year, but the Fed isn’t showing any sign of lowering rates soon. Some experts even believe rates could go UP again this year as the job market stays hot and the economy sees unprecedented strength. This begs the question: What IF mortgage rates remain high?

It’s a reality many of us don’t want to see, but 2024 could end with minor, if any, rate cuts, keeping monthly mortgage payments high and affordability low. So, what should an investor do in this situation? Sit on the sidelines? Invest in a different asset class? Pray to Jerome Powell? While that last option may be worthwhile, top real estate investors are saying that NOW is the time to buy BEFORE rates fall. What do we mean?

We’ve got the entire expert investor panel from On the Market here to give their take on what investors should do IF rates don’t fall. From house flipping to long-term buy and hold rentals, our nationwide panel of investors shares exactly what they’re doing to make money even with high interest rates. Plus, we’ll give our predictions on when rates could fall, what will happen to housing inventory, what young people should do NOW to get their first house, and why investors need to “reset” if they want to thrive in this high rate housing market. 

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In This Episode We Cover

Mortgage rate predictions and when interest rates could finally start falling 

What should investors do IF mortgage rates stay high throughout 2024

The “lock-in effect” and whether or not high rates are leading to lower inventory 

The homes that are flying off the market in many areas (and the ones that are sitting)

How young people can creatively get into their first home or investment property

Why investors MUST “reset” their expectations if they’re to build wealth in this housing market 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(04:45) When Could Mortgage Rates Fall?

(13:48) Inventory is Getting Gobbled Up

(19:56) Can Young People Make It? 

(24:19) Investors Must "Reset" 

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“The stack” method is how to buy rental property faster than you thought possible. With so many real estate investing beginners wondering how to build a real estate portfolio, especially in today’s market, Dave Meyer, VP of Market Intelligence at BiggerPockets, decided to reintroduce “the stack” on today’s podcast. In it, he’ll show you exactly how someone with zero real estate investing experience can go from one to two to three rentals and beyond by following this simple framework.

If you’ve struggled to buy your first rental property or never made it past the first deal, this is the episode to watch. Dave walks through how you can use “the stack” method to explode your real estate portfolio, the three simple steps to start buying rental properties today, and the one tool top real estate investors use to buy more real estate and find financial freedom faster. Beginner or investing veteran, if you’re feeling stuck but want to reach your financial goals, this might be just what you need.

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In This Episode We Cover

How to buy your first, second, or third rental property using “the stack” method

The easiest way to find real estate deals in today’s market, even if you have no experience 

How to analyze a rental property in just minutes with the BiggerPockets Rental Property Calculator

Financing and funding your first/next deal and why it’s not as hard as you think

The best real estate investing tool for those who want to explode their portfolios 

Why real estate is the perfect investment for financial freedom 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(00:35) How to Buy Your First Rental Property

(02:53) Achieving Financial Freedom

(05:03) Scared to Invest?

(09:44) "The Stack" Method

(12:11) 1. Finding Deals

(14:20) How to Analyze a Rental Property 

(25:36) 2. Finding Financing/Funding 

(28:34) 3. Finding Direction

(31:14) 3-Step Recap

(32:40) What Pro Investors Do

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If you want to grow your real estate portfolio faster, make more money with less headache, and achieve whatever financial dreams you desire, you need one thing—a real estate team. Most people don’t realize that the top real estate investors rarely do everything themselves. Instead, they’ve hand-picked real estate investing rockstars to grow their businesses FOR them. We’re talking investor-friendly agents, lenders, contractors, property managers, and more. If you can find the right people to fill those roles, you’ll be able to grow your passive income faster than you thought possible. So, where do you find them?

Dave Meyer and Henry Washington are back to give a masterclass on building your real estate team. They’ll walk you through each role—real estate agents, lenders and brokers, insurance agents, property managers, and contractors—describing what to look for, red flags to run from, and exactly where you can find the best of the best in your market. Get this right, and you’re on a fast track to real estate riches, but get it wrong, and you could delay your financial freedom!

Ready to build your investor-friendly real estate team? Check out BiggerPockets’ free team-builder to find agents, lenders, and more in your area! 

In This Episode We Cover

How to build an investor-friendly real estate team from scratch 

The sign of a great investor-friendly agent and clear red flags experienced investors notice

Why some lenders will lend to you much more easily than others 

Why Henry ALWAYS uses an insurance broker (NOT an agent) to find policies 

How to incentivize your property manager to make you more money (NOT just collect fees!)

A unique way to find quality contractors in your area and how to inspect their work BEFORE you hire them 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(02:24) Real Estate Agents 

(12:15) Lenders and Brokers 

(22:08) Insurance 

(25:27) Property Managers

(34:26) Contractors 

(44:07) Where to Find Your Team

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Every investor would love some extra cash flow…but at what cost? Does it make sense to go all in on a large down payment so that more money trickles in each month? If you want minimal debt, have no plans to scale, and are confident that your new property will appreciate, perhaps. But if your goal is to buy more rental properties and build your portfolio as quickly as possible, there are much better ways to leverage your cash position. In this Seeing Greene, we help a new investor navigate this exact scenario when buying his first property!

Next, we hear from someone whose earnest money deposit (EMD) is wrapped up in a failed medium-term rental. Should she cut her losses and walk away from the deal or weather the storm until the property can cash flow? Stick around to find out! Finally, we chat with an investor who has gone over his rehab budget and finds himself knee-deep in high-interest credit card debt. David and Rob walk him through the steps that will allow him to consolidate his bad debt and turn a ROUGH situation into MORE rentals!

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In This Episode We Cover

Whether you should ever force cash flow with a larger down payment

The BEST first rental property to buy (and how much money you’ll need)

Saving up for ONE property versus buying multiple rentals

Creative ways to get out of a BAD deal (and when to ride it out instead!)

How to get back in the green after overshooting your rehab budget

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:30) Which Rental Should I Buy?

(07:34) The Medium-Term Rental Fiasco

(15:23) Comment Section Callout

(19:06) Help, I’ve Gone OVER Budget!

(33:05) Ask Us Your Question!

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Can you start investing in real estate with just $15,000? Yep, and mobile home investing is how you do it. We know what you’re thinking, “I don’t want to own trailers! I want to invest in “real” houses where the “real” money is at!” That’s what today’s guest John Fedro thought too some twenty years ago when he stumbled into mobile home investing, which, at the time, was even too embarrassing for him to share. But, over the past two decades, this at-first “embarrassing” investment has made him wealthy, and if you follow his lead, it can do the same for you.

John has successfully made money with mobile homes in various ways: buying and flipping, wholesaling, renting, and seller financing, the main topic of today’s episode. He provides a masterclass on how to make money buying and selling mobile homes, where you essentially take on the role of the bank. However, it’s crucial to be cautious. Mishandling this could lead you into an ethical gray area and potentially harm your buyer. On the other hand, getting it right can create a win-win situation for both the buyer and seller while making you wealthy. 

John shares his whole strategy, plus how he’s getting into deals for $15,000 and often making DOUBLE his money and $400 per month (or more) cash flow per door when he seller finances these properties. If you want a way to get into real estate investing without a ton of cash but with the potential to make a serious return on your money, this may be your winning strategy.

In This Episode We Cover

The three “levels” of mobile home investing and how much each costs to get into

The danger of seller financing the wrong way and how it can hurt your buyer

Why you MUST background check EVERYONE you seller-finance a mobile home to

One thing that new mobile home investors overlook that can ruin your properties

The exit strategies you must know about to avoid losing money on your next deal

Whether or not we would invest in mobile homes (and our concerns with seller financing) 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(02:32) Seller Financing...Mobile Homes?

(11:18) Win-Win Seller Financing 

(16:52) 3 "Levels" of Mobile Home Investing

(22:08) How Much to Invest? 

(23:53) Cash Flow and Profit Numbers

(26:51) What to Look Out For

(32:38) New Investors, Do THIS! 

(33:52) Would WE Invest In It?

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The rental market could finally be returning to stability after a wild past four years. Since 2020, we’ve seen rent prices skyrocket almost overnight, with huge asking price increases for single-family homes, multifamily apartments, and everything in between. But that trend quickly reversed as the fight against inflation began, mortgage rates rose, and would-be homebuyers sat still, not knowing whether to stay renting or search for a home. But, a return to “equilibrium” may be coming soon, and that’s good news for landlords and renters alike. To break it all down, Zumper’s Anthemos Georgiades joins the show to share his team’s latest rent data.

Anthemos brings some surprisingly good news for landlords, from new month-over-month rent growth data to consumer preferences shifting to a more renter-focused lifestyle; now may be the moment landlords have been waiting for as renter demand looks promising and rates stay high. We’ll also discuss the inflation lag effect our rental market has caused and how to stay on top of current rent prices. 

Has the dream of homeownership died? And if so, how do YOU attract the long-term renters who want to make a home out of your house (while paying YOU rent!)? Stick around for this rental market update every landlord needs to know about.

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In This Episode We Cover

Rent growth updates and why rents for some units are starting to climb

Single-family vs. multifamily demand and which asset is seeing the most strength 

Why Anthemos is predicting a return to “equilibrium” for landlords this summer 

The massive effect rent has on inflation and how housing shifts the economy 

Is the “American Dream” dead? Why young Americans are ditching homeownership

Where to find free, up-to-date rent price data so YOU can make the most from your rental 

And So Much More!

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Want to really stand out in your market? A few renter-friendly interior design ideas can make a world of difference, elevating a run-of-the-mill property into one that attracts tenants and guests and stays occupied year-round. Today’s guest has some affordable, do-it-yourself (DIY) design hacks centered around “maximalism,” the design trend you can’t afford to not know about.

Welcome back to the BiggerPockets Real Estate podcast! If you want to boost your property’s value, keep renters happy, and get even MORE cash flow from your portfolio, you’ve come to the right place. Today, interior designer Tay “BeepBoop” Nakamoto joins the show to share some of her most popular rental design tips. Regardless of your investing strategy, whether you own short-term rentals or are flipping houses for a profit, you won’t want to miss out on these enormous value-adds. The best part? They are extremely cost-effective, easy to implement, and, most importantly, reversible!

In this episode, Tay delves into maximalism—the interior design trend that is taking the world by storm in 2024—and shares how you can seamlessly integrate this popular style with your rental properties. She even shares some of the best places to find furniture, décor, and materials, as well as some common pitfalls to avoid when tackling your own home renovation projects!

In This Episode We Cover

The best renter-friendly, do-it-yourself (DIY) design hacks for rentals

How to implement maximalism throughout your rental properties

Why you must know your limits when making design changes

Where to find budget-friendly furniture and décor for your property

How landlords can benefit from keeping up with the latest design trends

Common pitfalls to avoid when tackling your own home design projects

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:17) What Is Maximalism?

(04:31) Fixing Up Her First Home

(11:02) Renter-Friendly DIY Projects

(20:50) Common Pitfalls & Cosmetic Changes

(26:42) How to Implement Maximalism

(27:49) Connect with Tay!

(28:24) Boost Your Property's Value!

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Want to retire early? Real estate investing might be your best bet. Looking to boost your cash flow and expand your real estate portfolio, too? In today’s show, we’re sharing how to use home equity to build wealth the RIGHT way, plus the “portfolio architecture” secrets that enable you to retire earlier than you thought. Whether you’ve got one rental or a hundred or are just starting to dig into real estate investing, we’ve got the investing information you need on this Seeing Greene to reach true financial freedom.

First, an investor sitting on $300,000 of equity asks what he should do: sell his current rental property and buy more OR convert the single-family home into a multifamily investment. The answer isn’t as clear-cut as you’d think. Next, we discuss whether ARMs (adjustable-rate mortgages) vs. fixed-rate mortgages are your best bet for a lower mortgage rate. Plus, we'll share the five BIG mistakes new real estate investors can make. Finally, David describes “portfolio architecture” to an investor who wants to retire by age fifty. He CAN get it done, and you can, too, IF you follow David’s massive passive income plan! 

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In This Episode We Cover

How to retire earlier with rental properties by strategizing your “portfolio architecture”

Using home equity to invest and whether you should renovate a property or sell it and buy more rentals 

Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) vs. fixed-rate mortgages and the “rate roulette” you could be playing

Five real estate investing beginner mistakes you should avoid when using the BiggerPockets Forums 

How to explode your cash flow by converting your long-term rental into a short or medium-term rental 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:31) Buy More Rentals or Convert Current One?

(07:33) ARM vs. Fixed- Rate Mortgages

(16:43) 5 Mistakes New Investors Make

(21:08) Portfolio Architecture (Retire Early!)

(32:05) Moving “Lazy” Equity

(42:09) Note Investing 101

(51:12) Starting a Business

(53:50) Ask Us Your Question!

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What sets apart the wealthy from the wannabes when investing? Knowing how to find real estate deals! You’ll be ahead of ninety-nine percent of investors if you know how to find off-market real estate deals and discounted on-market properties. Today, we’re giving you everything you need to know to find real estate deals in your market, no matter your budget, and even if you have zero real estate investing experience.

Henry Washington, co-host of On the Market and author of Real Estate Deal Maker, is on to condense his seven years of investing into simple steps YOU can follow to find undervalued real estate. You’ll learn what a great real estate deal is, how to spot one even if you’ve never invested, why buying right is what REALLY makes you rich, three steps to start finding deals today, and the beginner mistake that’ll stop the deals from coming your way.

Plus, Henry even shares the hidden on-market deals ANYONE can find (if they’re up to it). If you follow these steps, you’ll have a steady stream of real estate deals flowing your way. But if you don’t, you could waste years of building wealth waiting for the right deal to fall into your lap. So, are you going to take action or make excuses? 

In This Episode We Cover

How anyone in any real estate market can find undervalued real estate deals

The three steps to finding discounted deals and why most people give up too soon

Hidden on-market deals that anyone with a real estate agent can find 

The biggest beginner mistake you can’t afford to make (it’ll could cost you…)

Why you DON’T need a ton of time and money to start finding off-market real estate

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(02:08) What Makes a Great Deal?

(06:34) How You Really Make Money

(08:10) 3 Steps to Find Deals 

(16:21) Biggest Beginner Mistake 

(20:37) Learning From the Best 

(23:29) Hidden On-Market Deals

(29:09) Most People Won’t Do This 

(33:02) Beginner Steps to Take

(35:26) Grab Henry’s Book

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We’re almost halfway through 2024, and the housing market is at a standstill. Mortgage rates are high, inventory is low, buyers have fewer choices, and many homeowners refuse to put their properties up for sale. But could things change in the second half of this year if interest rates fall and inventory improves, even if ever so slightly? We brought Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather on this BiggerNews episode to get her team’s latest 2024 housing market predictions.

First, Daryl explains how our stubbornly strong economy put the Federal Reserve in a challenging position and whether or not we could hit the magic two-percent inflation rate goal. Will buyers ever get a break in this tough housing market, and could lower interest rates improve things? Daryl shares what she thinks will happen once the Fed finally cuts rates, how low rates could go, and whether or not this will heat home prices up yet again.

Some “unusual demand” may come late this year for housing, but will agents, brokers, and sellers see the traditionally hot summer season they’ve been waiting for? We’re answering all these questions and more with this housing market data leader on this BiggerNews episode! 

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In This Episode We Cover

2024 housing market and mortgage rate predictions from Redfin’s Chief Economist 

How our economy has stayed so stubbornly strong EVEN with rate hikes 

Homeowner control and why buyers may be in an even worse position AFTER rates fall

Improving housing inventory and what’s contributing the most to more homes on the market

Why inflation may NOT need to hit the two-percent target for the Fed to lower rates

The “lock-in effect” explained and why more homeowners with low rates could start selling

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:38) A Stubbornly Strong Economy

(07:03) Housing Is STILL Hot?

(13:23) Mortgage Rate Prediction

((18:29) Will Inflation Fall?

(20:56) 2024 Predictions

(23:53) An Opportunity for Investors

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Before you start investing in real estate, make sure you hear this episode. Almost every beginner ends up making these five big real estate investing mistakes. Some cost money, some cost time, but all of them cost you peace of mind and push you further away from achieving financial freedom. We’re breaking down these five big mistakes so you can avoid them and start building wealth faster!

Dave Meyer and Rob Abasolo are back today to discuss the five common real estate investing mistakes to avoid. From buying bad deals to doing wrong calculations, getting stuck in analysis paralysis, and beyond, even our expert investors have fallen into these beginner traps a few times. However, their previous mistakes could make you money as they share exactly how to avoid these rental property investing pitfalls.

If you want to invest in real estate but are stuck, scared that you’ll make the wrong move, jump into today’s episode and take notes. If you can avoid these real estate investing mistakes, you’ll not only end up richer but with far less grey hair than even the most savvy investors. Let’s get into it!

In This Episode We Cover

The five biggest real estate investing mistakes that beginners make (and YOU can avoid)

Why even a profitable rental property can be the “wrong” deal for you 

The one thing that most new investors leave out when they’re analyzing real estate deals

The “sacrifices” you can make to get the money for your first or next real estate deal 

Why you should NOT borrow money to buy your first investment property 

The problem with real estate partnerships and why they’re so easy to get wrong

An antidote to analysis paralysis that’ll stop you from sitting on the sidelines 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:25) 1. Buying the Wrong Deal

(05:57) How to Avoid Bad Deals

(07:14) 2. Analyzing Wrong

(11:09) 3. “Lacking” Money

(23:23) How to Do Partnerships

(25:49) 4. Getting “Stuck”

(29:01) Escaping Analysis Paralysis

(31:12) 5. Doom and Gloom

(34:18) Talk to THESE People

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Your rental properties are sitting vacant—what do you do? Do you sell or lower your rent price to spark some interest? Will reducing your rent open you up to bad tenants? We’re getting into exactly what you should do in this sticky landlording situation, and many others, in this episode of Seeing Greene. This time, we’re sharing wisdom on what to do when you can’t find tenants, how to invest with just $15,000 in 2024, which rental property mortgage to pay off first, and whether to keep or sell your newly renovated rental.

As usual, your real estate investing experts, David Greene and Rob Abasolo, are on the show to help answer any investing question you can think of. Our first video submission comes from a new investor who is completing his first BRRRR (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat). With only $15,000 in the bank and a desire to build a real estate portfolio, what’s the BEST way to use such a small amount of cash? Next, a landlord with multiple rentals wants to know which mortgage to pay down first: her primary residence or her other rentals. An out-of-state investor with a vacant property struggles to find a tenant even after lowering his rent price. A medium-term rental owner with a burnt property asks whether to sell or re-rent the property after his insurance-paid renovations are completed.

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In This Episode We Cover

Struggling to find tenants? What to do if you think your rent price is too high 

Building a real estate portfolio with just $15,000 and why you must use the “BRRRR method”

Paying off your mortgage early and whether to prioritize loan balance or interest rate when picking which property to pay off

The huge danger of using a HELOC (home equity line of credit) to pay off a property

What to do after you renovate/rebuild a rental property—keep or sell it?

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:24) Build a Portfolio with $15K?

(10:43) Which Mortgage to Pay Off First? 

(20:22) I Can’t Find Tenants! 

(30:00) Sell or Keep Renovated Rental?

(35:30) Ask Us Your Question! 

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Want to know how to make millions WITHOUT owning real estate? Rental arbitrage is the strategy for you. And maybe you’ve heard about it before, but we promise you’ve never heard anything like this. Today’s guest is bringing in millions of dollars through “guaranteed” rental arbitrage contracts that last YEARS. You heard that right—guaranteed rent for years, often at the highest price on the market. And you don’t need to own a single rental property to try this strategy. So, how do you get started?

If you’re looking to make big money with big deals but don’t have the deep pockets to buy a hundred-unit apartment complex, Noble Crawford has what you need. After choosing his wife’s health over his day job, Noble realized he needed an income stream he could depend on—one that wouldn’t be ripped away from him when life’s challenges arose. He learned about Airbnb investing and, by default, rental/Airbnb arbitrage. When the opportunity came for him to house medical students in need, he jumped at the chance and found a seriously lucrative investing avenue.

In today’s episode, Noble will walk through exactly what you can do to start making tens of thousands, if not millions, with rental arbitrage. Plus, he’ll share how to get the deeply-desired government contracts that guarantee you top-of-the-market rent for YEARS.

In This Episode We Cover

How to use “rental arbitrage” to invest in real estate without owning a single property 

The lucrative government housing contracts that can make you millions (seriously!)

How Noble gets up to $10,000 per month per unit with these lucrative cash flow contracts

Crucial first steps to starting your rental arbitrage empire (don’t get these wrong)

Exactly where to find and how to get in touch with agencies that are looking for housing 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:23) Cash Flow “Contracts”

(04:38) $10,000/Month from ONE Rental?

(09:23) Leaving His Job

(12:20) Moving from Airbnb to Contracts

(18:44) How to Compete for Contracts

(26:30) How to Get Started

(35:01) Connecting with Agencies

(36:53) You NEED This Document

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Almost overnight, multifamily investing went from red-hot to something not even the most experienced investors would touch. After interest rates went up, rent growth stalled, and apartment supply flooded the market, the apartment investing industry became the ugly duckling of real estate. Owners struggled to get tenants and had huge balloon payments due, and no one was there to save them. But one man predicted that this would happen before anyone else—Brian Burke.

After seeing a crash on the horizon, Brian sold off most of his multifamily real estate portfolio and did it at just the right time. Now, he has a new prediction that could make apartment investors very happy. But a market turnaround won’t come quickly, and if you want to ensure you don’t make the same mistakes most multifamily investors made in 2020 - 2022, you’ll need to hear this BiggerNews episode. 

In this BiggerNews, Brian walks through everything that went wrong with multifamily real estate, signs it’s time to sell your properties, and some hope on the horizon for 2025 that most investors have no idea about.

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In This Episode We Cover

A multifamily real estate update and Brian’s buying plans for 2024 and 2025

The “sobering reality” of the perfectly timed “traffic accident” that hit multifamily all at once 

Why as soon as you sense “irrational exuberance,” it may be time to sell your real estate 

An optimistic prediction from Brian on when multifamily could finally get back on its feet

Syndication struggles and what every syndicator/investor should be doing NOW 

Why the multifamily oversupply may NOT be a problem in the coming years 

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:57) "Irrational Exuberance”

(08:52) Investors Get Hungry

(11:34) Developers Come In

(14:34) The Sobering Reality

(19:01) Distressed Properties

(22:02) Don’t Buy Anything?

(23:41) Long-Term Multifamily Predictions

(26:30) Syndication Struggles

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Think you've got a bad real estate deal? We doubt it comes even close to what we’re about to share. Today, the experts are in to talk about bee-infested rental properties, risky flips, “wholetail” failures, and other ways that they’ve lost money with real estate deals gone wrong. Why are we sharing such horrific stories? Because we want YOU to be able to avoid the same fate on your first or next investment property. Take a seat, get some popcorn, and pray that your properties won’t turn out like this…

First, Henry Washington from the On the Market podcast shares his recent luxury flip…or should we say, luxury “flop.” This property was poised to make him up to a six-figure profit, but it didn’t work out that way. One simple mistake ruined this real estate deal and forced Henry to slowly pay away all his profits to a hard money lender. Next, our own Rob Absolo talks about the dangers of NOT looking at the comps when doing a “wholetail” deal and how you could easily find yourself with a home worth less than what you put into it.

Finally, the deal of all horrible deals comes out…David Greene’s deal. Where do we even start? Permit problems, mold, bee infestations, and NO way out—this short-term rental gone wrong is costing David hundreds of thousands of dollars, and with little light at the end of the tunnel, he may be forced to do something drastic. So, how do YOU avoid these nightmarish real estate deals? Stick around so you know exactly what NOT to do.

In This Episode We Cover

Three of the worst real estate deals our investing experts have ever done

Why not knowing your neighborhood can cost you BIG on your next house flip

The danger of hard money loans and the massive interest they come with

Why you NEED a partner/mentor in your area to confirm a property’s worth

The so-called “landlord-friendly” state that’s actively trying to ruin David Greene 

How nosy neighbors can end up costing you hundreds of thousands of dollars 

Whether or not our investing experts regret investing in real estate after this 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:24) A Risky Luxury Flip

(06:02) Final Numbers and Exit Plans

(09:19) Henry’s Mistake

(11:14) An Overpriced Wholetail

(15:04) Rob’s Mistake

(23:23) The City Ruined My Real Estate

(32:43) David Lost HOW Much!?

(36:19) How to Avoid This

(39:07) Do We Regret It?

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Want a quicker way to buy rental properties? One that takes less cash, less time, and is beginner-friendly? Then you’re in the right place! In this Seeing Greene, we’re talking about the “sneaky rental tactic” that can help you build a real estate portfolio in just a few years. And if insurance and property taxes have been eating away all your cash flow, we go through a real-life investor’s situation to determine whether he should hold, fold, or change his real estate strategy. All that, and more, is coming up!

Like most investors in America, your property expenses are rising, but rent isn’t climbing at the same rate. What do you do when your cash flow disappears? That’s what our first investor is asking. Then, a house hacker wants to know how to get into his second property and what rules he has to follow to house hack once again. A rent-by-the-room investor gets given an ultimatum by his potential tenant—what should he do? We’ll also discuss the difference between “cheap” and “bad” houses, what to look for in a home inspection, and what to do when guests throw a party at your Airbnb.

Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can jump on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot! 

In This Episode We Cover

Whether to keep or sell a rental property if it no longer brings in monthly cash flow

The “sneaky rental tactic” anyone can use to buy their first (or next) investment property 

How many checking accounts you should have for your real estate portfolio

Renting-by-the-room and what to do when a tenant has make-or-break demands 

The problem with buying “cheap houses” and why we steer clear of them 

What we look at in a home inspection report and what you should always ask the inspector 

How to stop parties and large gatherings from happening at your Airbnb or short-term rental 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:51) Sell My Low-Cash-Flow Rental?

(07:30) The “Sneaky” Rental Tactic

(12:55) How Many Checking Accounts?

(15:05) Buying “Cheap” Houses

(21:50) Home Inspections 101

(27:58) Ask Airbnb Guests for ID?

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One investment property could change your life, especially if you buy the right one. Logan Koch, an investor in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was buying investment properties for one specific goal: To retire his parents. With a $45,000/year cash flow target in mind, Logan and his parents went to work, finding small multifamily rental properties to buy, fix, and increase rents on. But one day, Logan stumbled across a commercial real estate deal that nobody wanted, one with huge signs of opportunity.

In today’s show, Logan lays down step-by-step exactly what he did to find this unwanted and unnoticed commercial real estate investment, how he was able to DOUBLE the cash flow on it, the massive return on investment he’s walking away with, and even how he got the city to lower his property taxes by two-thirds! The best part? None of what Logan did requires expert-level investing knowledge. Anyone, even a complete real estate investing beginner, can follow Logan’s same thought process to find and buy undervalued real estate deals.

Do you want to start building some retirement (or early retirement) cash flow for yourself or your parents? These are the exact types of deals you should be on the lookout for! Stick around as we discuss Logan’s almost unbelievable return on this cheap investment property everyone else was overlooking! 

In This Episode We Cover

Telltale signs that a property’s expenses are WAY too high (and how to lower them significantly)

Setting a cash flow retirement goal that’ll allow you to retire (or retire early) on your timeline 

How Logan cut his property tax bill on this investment by over sixty percent! 

Seller financing and how to get creative when buying commercial real estate 

BRRRR-ing a big property and how Logan bought $15,000/year cash flow for just $20,000!

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:58) Investing to Retire His Parents

(05:50) Small Multifamily, Big Cash Flow

(11:42) Finding the Opportunity

(19:01) Cutting Property Taxes by 66%

(22:22) A 75% Return!?

(29:19) The Rental Retirement Plan

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Real estate investing in 2024 isn’t as easy as a few years ago. When interest rates are low, housing inventory is high, the economy is booming, and everyone’s happy, real estate investors can take considerably more risks with bigger payoffs. But now, only the most savvy investors are finding cash flow, appreciation potential, and wealth-building properties. So, with little hope in sight for lower rates or home prices, how do you ensure you’re building wealth, not getting burnt, in the challenging 2024 housing market?

If there’s one person who knows how to invest during tough times, it’s J Scott. He literally wrote the book on recession-proof real estate investing and has flipped, landlorded, and syndicated through booms, busts, and the in-between periods. Today, J is laying down his six rules for real estate investing in 2024, which he’s following himself to ensure his portfolio doesn’t just survive but thrive, no matter what the housing market throws his way.

First, we dive into the factors causing such a harsh housing market and whether J thinks home prices will rise, flatten, or crash. Next, J walks through the six rules for real estate investing in 2024. We’ll talk about appreciation potential, rising expenses like insurance and property taxes, the riskiest investing strategies of today, loans that’ll put your real estate deals at risk, and why you MUST start paying attention to your local housing laws. 

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In This Episode We Cover

The six rules for successful real estate investing in 2024 from a time-tested expert

Inflation, interest rates, home values, and why the housing market has significantly slowed down

What rising expenses like insurance premiums, property taxes, and labor will do to your rentals

The one thing you CAN NOT assume when analyzing real estate deals (big potential mistake)

Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) and why J is avoiding these at all costs

Rent control, short-term rental regulations, and housing laws that could put your rentals at risk

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:30) What Affects the Housing Market?

(11:20) 1. Don’t Bet on Appreciation 

(15:46) 2. Expect Higher Expenses, Lower Rent

(20:37) 3. Know the Risks of Flips 

(26:46) 4. Avoid Adjustable-Rate Loans

(28:48) 5. Buy What You Can Hold 

(33:15) 6. Pay Attention to Local Laws 

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Want to reach financial freedom faster? The BRRRR method is how you do it. Seriously—the BRRRR strategy is almost too good to be true, which is why so many real estate investors use it as the stepping stone to start building wealth. In short, the BRRRR (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) method allows you to reuse and recycle your money repeatedly, turning one sum of cash into multiple investment properties or an entire portfolio! This allows you to build your real estate portfolio faster WITHOUT having to wait around to save up tons of capital to invest.

But how do you use the BRRRR method to build wealth, passive income, and financial freedom? We’ve got a financially free investor, Dave Meyer, on the show to walk through the three steps of completing a BRRRR real estate deal. From finding the properties to analyzing them for maximum profit potential and refinancing to get your money back out, these are the steps a beginner needs to take to do their first BRRRR deal. Plus, we’ll even show you a tool that runs the numbers for you in just minutes so you can get your first or next investment property even faster!

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In This Episode We Cover

The BRRRR method explained and how to use it to “invest on repeat” 

Why BRRRR may be one of the best ways to reach financial freedom FAST

The risks of the BRRRR method (and easy ways to get around them)

How to find perfect properties for the BRRRR method (and Dave’s favorite way to find deals)

Analyzing a BRRRR deal from start to finish (in just minutes!) with the BRRRR calculator 

How to get funding for your first or next BRRRR deal with these investor-friendly lenders 

And So Much More!

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Imagine living in a home where your next-door neighbors are your best friends or family members. We know you’ve thought about it before—starting a compound with all the people you love, everyone helps each other, watches each other’s kids, the community stays safe, and you barely have to drive! This is exactly what co-ownership homes, co-buying, and co-living can do for you! But getting a dozen or so people together to do a real estate deal can be a little tricky; that’s why we have Phil Levin, founder of Live Near Friends, on the show to help.

Phil lives in his own housing “cluster” with nineteen (yes, nineteen) of his closest friends. He believes that being near your loved ones helps you live a happier, safer, and more contented lifestyle—and we agree! There are massive positives to living in a neighborhood with your friends. We’re talking free babysitters, consistent helping hands, less driving and more walking, and, of course, being able to see your best friends almost every day of the week. But practically, how does one start building a community like this?

Phil walks through the different setups anyone can try to begin living with and around their friends and family, from co-buying with one or multiple others to starting a “minihood” and making your own part of the block, or building an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) for a close friend or two to live in. He even talks about the rising demand for this type of co-living and what developers and real estate agents can do to make serious profits from this growing trend. 

In This Episode We Cover

Co-ownership, co-living, and co-buying explained and how to live with your best friends 

The massive benefits of living near family and friends (especially if you have kids!)

The “law of proximity” and boosting your lifestyle by co-living with more happiness and less stress 

Creating a “minihood” where you and your friends all live within walking distance

How real estate developers can get a jump on this fast-growing co-ownership trend 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:24) Compound Living 

(04:00) How to Start Coliving 

(07:15) Benefits to Living with Friends 

(10:51) “Cobuying” with Friends/Family

(16:39) Huge Demand for This Housing 

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One of the biggest hurdles to rental property investing? High down payments. Most lenders want you to come to the table with twenty to thirty percent down, but with home prices averaging around $400,000, it might not be easy to come up with $80,000 to $120,000 on your next deal, especially with today’s high cost of living. So, how do you skirt the high down payment requirements while still locking up solid real estate deals? We’re showing you how in today’s Seeing Greene!

First, a Hawaii investor struggles to scale his real estate portfolio with the state’s significant down payment requirements. David and Rob give him some creative ways to still get deals done. A median-income-earning new investor wants to know whether to buy a new construction home or BRRRR his way to wealth. Then, we debate whether a high down payment with cash flow beats a low down payment with negative cash flow. Looking for a better interest rate on your next deal? We’ll share the seller finance strategies you can use to buy off-market properties, plus whether or not you can buy two houses at once with the same preapproval. 

Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can jump on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot! 

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In This Episode We Cover

How to get around high down payment requirements on your next deal

BRRRRing (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) vs. buying new build homes 

Weighing the pros and cons of a high down payment with higher cash flow 

The ONLY type of investor who should purchase negative cash flow properties

Seller financing 101 and how to find these hidden deals with rock-bottom rates

Buying two houses with the same preapproval and whether it’s even possible 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:07) How to Avoid High Down Payments

(11:36) BRRRR or Buy a New Build?

(20:35) Take Negative Cash Flow? 

(24:50) Comment Section Callout 

(27:36) Getting Seller Finance Deals  

(34:24) Buying Two Houses at Once?

(36:53) Ask Us Your Question! 

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Looking for monthly cash flow but live in an expensive real estate market? It sounds like you need to start buying rental property OUT of state. After realizing that real estate investing could be the wealth-builder they needed, Jessica and Shyd Coloma wanted to get in the game. But in pricey Southern California, finding passive-income generating rental properties was next to impossible. So, they began looking out of state. Thanks to BiggerPockets Agent Finder, they met Ohio-based agent Michael Gallagher, and now, just a couple of years later, they have a cash-flowing rental property portfolio!

Michael was able to quickly show the couple which cities offered cash flow, appreciation, and a bit of both, as well as the parts of town that were seeing the most growth. They ended up buying a duplex for under $100,000, saw instant cash flow, and decided they needed more! In today’s show, they’ll walk through all the numbers of their first and second deals, how their rock star agent saved the day multiple times, and what you MUST look for in an out-of-state investing market.

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In This Episode We Cover

Long-distance real estate investing and how to buy rentals from 2,000+ miles away 

Building your "buy box" so you know exactly what you want in an out-of-state market

Cash flow vs. appreciation and which cities in Ohio offer which benefits 

Finding a property manager remotely and whether local managers beat national ones

Short-term rentals, medium-term rentals, and the strategies to get even more cash flow out of your rental

One huge closing hiccup Jessica and Shyd ran into that you should be on the lookout for

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:22) Investing Out of State  

(08:24) $87K First Rental Property! 

(13:07) Finding a Property Manager 

(15:06) 2nd Deal in Columbus 

(23:34) Closing Hiccups and Final Numbers

(29:09) Keep Investing in Ohio?

(31:29) Ready to Invest Out of State? 

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The 2024 housing market isn’t turning out how most of us thought. At the beginning of the year, real estate investors were hopeful that mortgage rates would fall, affordability would return, and home prices would have a chance to stabilize before going back up. But none of those things happened. Rates are still high, affordability is at a forty-year low, and home prices are slowly rising even with diminished demand. Why is this happening, and what’s causing these market moves? All that and more, with VP of Market Intelligence at BiggerPockets, Dave Meyer, in this BiggerNews episode.

We’re giving you an entire wrap-up of the 2024 housing market (so far) on today’s episode as Dave goes through the data behind affordability, home prices, inventory, sales, and which real estate markets are faring the best. With more and more homeowners “locked in,” the US as a whole is still experiencing low housing inventory—HALF the amount of inventory from just a few years ago. This puts buyers in a tough spot. Should they buy now with limited choices and high rates or wait for mortgage rates to drop? And if they do decide to wait, what happens to rent prices?

Dave answers it all plus shares the region-by-region differences affecting each corner of the US housing market. From high inventory in the Southeast to the often overlooked real estate regions with massive demand, we’ll get into where money is moving and which states you should be most concerned about investing in. All that, and much more, in this BiggerNews housing market update! 

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In This Episode We Cover

A 2024 housing market update and the data you should pay attention to most

Why home prices continue to rise EVEN with low demand and record-low affordability

Our ongoing affordability crisis and how mortgage rates are stunting home sales

Why inventory is exploding in one specific region of the United States (and what it means for investors)

Slow rent growth and the multifamily overbuilding problem that could affect many investors

Exactly what Dave is investing in this year, plus the one big concern he has for future real estate deals 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(02:11) Affordability at 40-Year Low

(06:13) Inventory is Rising (Good News)

(08:41) Home Sales Are Up…Kind Of  

(10:48) Rent and Home Prices Increase 

(15:04) Hot and Cold Housing Markets 

(21:51) What Investors MUST Know

(26:42) How to Track the Housing Market 

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Hiring a property manager can be one of the best or worst decisions in your real estate investing career. The right property manager can give you the time to scale your portfolio to new heights, all while increasing the revenue on your rental properties. But the wrong property manager can drown you in unnecessary fees, push time-consuming tasks back on your plate, and leave your properties worse off than they were before. How do you distinguish between the two when every property manager tells you they’re the best in the business? In today’s show, we’ll show you how.

After building their real estate portfolios, Luke Rzepiennik and Michael Vialpando struggled to find property managers that fit their standards. They both had portfolios of short-term rentals, but no manager in their area was making the cut. With busy schedules and full-time jobs, neither of them could drop everything to become the perfect property manager. So, instead, they started Renjoy to not only manage their own properties but other investors’ properties as well.

If you’ve struggled to find the right property manager in your area or are at the tipping point of needing one, Luke and Michael can help. They give a masterclass on property management, from the exact questions to ask a property manager to signs of a great one, red flags to watch out for, and when it’s time to stop managing your own properties and start hiring it out. Plus, we’ll share the huge mistake most rental property investors make and the little “fees” that can kill your cash flow when using a property manager incorrectly.

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In This Episode We Cover

How to hire a property manager so you can spend less time managing and more time scaling

What a property manager does and the roles and responsibilities you should expect them to take on 

Questions you should ask any short-term rental property management company BEFORE you hire them

Death by fees and the tiny charges that are draining your rental of any cash flow

When it’s time to hire a property manager and common property management pricing 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:25) Building Their Rental Portfolios

(04:07) Property Management Problems

(11:59) Questions You MUST Ask 

(18:42) When to Hire and Pricing 

(24:53) These Costs Will Kill Your Deal!

(28:26) Medium-Term Rental Management 

(31:25) Saving Your Time 

(36:35) Connect with Luke and Michael!

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Have you ever thought about buying rental properties abroad? It might surprise you, but investing overseas could bring in much more cash flow and appreciation than you thought possible. Bobby, a real estate investor from Arizona, moved his money down south, buying in both big cities and small tourist destinations in Mexico. He’s here to share everything you need to know about buying international investment properties and how you, too, can beat the US housing market by moving your money elsewhere.

It’s time to practice your Spanish because, on this Seeing Greene, señor David Verde and Rob Abasolo are here to talk about investing in Mexico’s cash-flowing coasts and appreciating capital city. Bobby details finding properties for sale when investing abroad, how to get a rental property loan (and today’s mortgage rates), the challenges American investors will encounter, and the tourist markets to look for. Plus, we’ll answer some questions from the comments and listeners about buying in a flood zone, financing an ADU (accessory dwelling unit), and how to run your numbers on a build-to-rent property.

Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can jump on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot!

In This Episode We Cover:

Investing in overseas rental properties and everything you need to know to find deals

Financing investment properties in Mexico and the sizable mortgage rate differences

Signs that your international investment is actually a scam (red flags!)

Tourist markets with solid signs of growth and how to spot them so you can see BIG appreciation

Should flood zones scare you, and when is it worth it to invest in a property in one

Build-to-rent calculations and the top things the experts look at before buying a NEW property

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:16) Investing in Mexico!

(03:52) Financing Rental Properties Abroad 

(06:37) Finding Properties in Mexico 

(08:25) Airbnb-ing Abroad Tips

(09:59)  Airbnb Profit Numbers 

(16:27) The Problem with ADUs and HELOCs

(22:41) Buy in a Flood Zone?

(25:21) Build-to-Rent Calculations

(29:58) Ask Us Your Question!

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"Subject to" real estate has been exploding in popularity. When mortgage rates began to rise, subject to (often called sub to) came in as the hero to save the day. This real estate investing strategy offered investors the chance to take over low-interest-rate loans from homeowners who wanted to sell their properties. And, with often a minimal down payment required, new and experienced investors lined up to give this fast-scaling strategy a try. Without even knowing it, Tanner Litchfield did the same.

After being brought a home run, three-percent mortgage rate deal, Tanner knew he had to act quickly to secure what would be a massive passive income play. He put down a six-figure down payment to secure it, with another seventy thousand dollars in renovation costs. Things were rolling smoothly until…they weren’t. Tanner lost every penny he put into this property and the property itself while another investor walked away with it in hand. How did this happen, and how do YOU avoid a six-figure creative financing mistake?

In today’s episode, Tanner walks through every difficult detail of this deal gone wrong. He shares the red flags he should have seen in the beginning and the one thing that could have saved him from this deadly deal. If you’re interested in seller financing, subject to, or any other type of creative financing, you MUST listen to this episode, or you could be hit with a six-figure loss, too.

In This Episode We Cover:

Subject to real estate explained and why so many investors are flocking to this strategy

The “due on sale" clause which can easily lose you an entire property if called

Why you MUST understand the zoning and rules for your rental property BEFORE you buy it

The “gray area” of creative financing that is putting new and veteran investors at risk

Why having a solid network in your investing area can stop you from getting burned 

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:20) Ditching Dentistry to Invest

(04:35) Finding Creative Financing

(06:15) A Perfect Deal on Paper

(10:15) Scoring a 3% Interest Rate?

(12:39) Things Go Really Wrong

(21:15) A Massive "Gray Area"

(25:43) A Chance of Recovering?

(30:25) What Tanner Would Do Differently

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Which will make you richer: real estate vs. stocks? We brought the fine folks from The Motley Fool on the podcast to get into a serious debate over which asset makes you more money, which is easier to invest in, and which saves you the most in taxes. We’ll go head-to-head against The Motley Fool’s Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger to finally answer the age-old question: Should you invest in stocks, real estate, or both?

For this debate, we had to bring out the big guns. That’s why Dave Meyer and BiggerPockets CEO Scott Trench will be on team real estate for this debate, as Chris Hutchins from All the Hacks moderates to ensure things stay fair. Although we’d love to admit that we crushed this debate, there are some moments when the stock investors will surprise you, showing that real estate may not be for everyone and how stocks beat real estate in numerous ways. But that doesn’t answer the question, “Does real estate make you richer?” Don’t worry; we’ll get into all that in this debate. 

Stick around as we get into the topics you care about most: building wealth, barriers to entry, volatility and risk, diversification, REITs vs. rentals, leverage and liquidity, time commitments, tax advantages, and more. If you’re itching to park your cash in an investment, hear out the debate BEFORE you make a move!

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In This Episode We Cover

The ultimate real estate vs. stocks debate (and which will make you richer)

Barriers to entry and which asset class is the EASIEST for beginners

Volatility and risk, and the sizable advantage real estate has for stable pricing 

REITs (real estate investment trusts) vs. rentals and the more “passive” type of real estate investing 

How much time it actually takes to succeed at stock investing and landlording 

The MASSIVE tax advantages to real estate investing that stocks cannot beat 

Why BiggerPockets CEO Scott Trench invests more in stocks than in real estate (!?)

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(02:20) Stocks vs. Real Estate Investing 

(04:08) Building Wealth 

(08:43) Barriers to Entry 

(14:50 )Volatility and Risk 

(20:41) Diversification

(23:42) REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) vs. Rentals 

(32:57) Time Commitments 

(35:53) Leverage and Liquidity 

(41:12) Tax Advantages 

(43:54) Closing Arguments 

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Would you buy a house for $100K? That’s right, just twenty-five percent of the median home price in America. Well, we found a couple who does just that, finding fixer-upper properties that often cost less than six figures and turning them into eye-catching, head-turning homes. They even argue that these cheap old homes are BETTER than the newer-built house flips that so many investors are targeting today. So, how do you find your next $100K home, and where do you start looking?

Elizabeth and Ethan Finkelstein, the brains behind HGTV’s Cheap Old Houses and the social media account by the same name with millions of followers, join us on today’s show. Elizabeth and Ethan love cheap old houses, but not for the reason you think. Most investors purely look at the numbers or the profit potential, but Elizabeth and Ethan see beyond that, fixing up old houses to not only collect the significant equity gain but restore communities and bring back long-forgotten styles, materials, and looks.

They’ve bought houses for as cheap as $27,000 and turned them into homes anyone would dream of having. If you’re an investor without much capital and can get a little handy, these old houses could explode your portfolio. But who SHOULD be buying these cheap old houses? Stick around as Elizabeth and Ethan give their expert advice on what to DIY vs. hire out, which old pieces to keep, the best way for beginners to get started with little money, and the decades that built the BEST houses!

In This Episode We Cover

How to get on the path to financial freedom by buying cheap old houses 

Buying houses for just $27,000 and where to find these types of homes 

How old is old enough, and the decades when building quality starts to decline

Using the “live in flip” strategy to buy your first fixer-upper or primary residence 

DIY vs. hiring it out and the tasks that Elizabeth and Ethan enjoy the most 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:24) Why Cheap Old Houses?

(05:16) $150K Houses!?

(07:17) Rehabbing New vs. Old Houses 

(19:03) Who Should Do These Rehabs?

(20:11) Best Ways to Get Started 

(23:38) DIY vs. Hiring it Out

(27:47) Connect with Ethan and Elizabeth!

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Could building houses make you more money than buying existing ones? When should someone use the 1% rule in real estate, and when does this metric point to a cash flow disaster? What’s the best way to get more capital or funding for future real estate deals: get a HELOC on your primary residence or look for investor-only DSCR loans? We’re pulling some of the top questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and giving our answers on today’s show!

Expert investors Dave Meyer, James Dainard, and Kathy Fettke from the BiggerPockets On the Market podcast are on today to answer YOUR real estate investing questions. First, we return to the age-old debate, “Does the 1% rule exist anymore?” With high home prices and lagging rent growth, this once foolproof metric could be an outdated calculation inexperienced real estate investors should avoid. Next, can you make more money building houses than flipping houses? 

Are turnkey rentals the best “low headache” real estate investment? We’ll answer that and give our thoughts on when to use a HELOC (home equity line of credit) vs. a DSCR loan (debt service coverage ratio). Finally, for our out-of-state investors, we share the top metrics to look at BEFORE you invest in a new market. 

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In This Episode We Cover

The 1% rule explained and when you should (and definitely shouldn’t) use it to decide on deals

Building new construction vs. flipping houses, plus which could make you more in 2024

Turnkey real estate investing and whether the lost value-add potential is worth the passive income

HELOCs (home equity lines of credit) vs. DSCR (debt service coverage ratio) loans

Best tools to use and metrics to track when looking into out-of-state investing markets 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(00:46) Is the 1% Rule Dead?

(08:24) Building vs. Flipping Houses

(14:30) Are Turnkey Rentals Worth It?

(20:56) HELOCs vs. DSCR Loans

(25:07) Local Market Metrics to Track

(30:46) Ask Us Your Question!

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You don’t have to race to financial independence to get there. Dave Meyer, VP of Market Intelligence at BiggerPockets, took his time building up passive income, and years later, it’s what has allowed him to amass impressive wealth all while living abroad, working where he wants, and securing a very stable retirement. But Dave wasn’t always some housing market genius who knew every statistic and metric about real estate investing. He started as a broke college student with no job prospects, struggling to pay his own rent.

After graduating college during one of the worst recessions America had ever experienced, Dave was waiting tables to keep the lights on. He realized that he needed a different way to get ahead, and just getting a job wasn’t going to be enough. So, even with no money, Dave convinced a few friends to buy a house together while he borrowed money for his share of the down payment. Dave managed the property, took the tenant phone calls, and did what he had to do to learn the real estate ropes. And…it worked!

Now, a decade and a half later, Dave has an entire real estate portfolio of long-term and short-term rentals and passive income streams from syndication investments, but this all started with one small deal he took a chance on. Today, Dave shares every part of his story, from finding the first deal to moving abroad, pausing buying rentals, and why he’s getting BACK in the game now and doing deals again!

In This Episode We Cover

How to invest in real estate even if you’re starting from zero with NO money

The power of house hacking and how this strategy can explode your real estate portfolio 

Optimizing your portfolio and how to systematize your rentals so YOU don’t do all the work

Investing during a housing crash and why most Americans were running from rental properties 

Passive investing through real estate syndications and the pros and cons of putting your money in one 

Why Dave is finally getting back into the rental property game after years on the sidelines 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:08) First Rental with NO Money

(12:25) Optimizing His Portfolio

(18:30) Investing During the Crash

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Housing prices won’t budge, but there could be some relief on the horizon for homebuyers. As America’s affordability crisis continues to strain consumers, one of the most considerable costs, housing, is much to blame. Rising mortgage rates are making monthly payments significantly more expensive than just a few years prior, but how long can this last? According to the Vice President of Enterprise Research Strategy at ICE, Andy Walden, not much longer.

Every month, Andy’s team at ICE releases their Mortgage Monitor data reports, sharing valuable insights on what’s happening in the housing market. On this BiggerNews, we’re asking Andy to share what the data is telling him about home prices, mortgage rates, housing inventory, and buyer demand but, even more importantly, where we could be headed in 2024 and whether or not this hot housing market still has room to run.

While there has been huge home price growth over the last few years, Andy reckons prices could begin to “soften” as affordability reaches its breaking point. With demand retreating from the market and housing inventory still on the rise, prices may start to decline, and even if interest rates do fall again, we may not see the uptick in demand many home sellers are waiting for. Stick around as we unpack exactly what’s moving the housing market with ICE’s Andy Walden! 

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In This Episode We Cover

Why home prices may begin to “soften” in 2024 and what’s causing demand to fall

How to predict housing market trends and the key metrics that indicate potential price movement 

The “lock-in” effect that’s causing homeowners to hold on to their properties 

Why inventory is quickly rising across much of America, EVEN with sky-high rates

The ongoing affordability crisis and the dramatic changes that could solve it 

Record home equity and why American homeowners may be richer than ever 

And So Much More!

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(01:37) Home Prices Hit New Highs

(06:08) How to Predict Market Trends

(09:53) Will Prices Soften?

(11:37) Why is Inventory Rising? 

(19:09) Rate Cuts Won’t Solve This 

(27:15) The Cure for Low Affordability 

(29:15) Home Equity Breaks Record 

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There’s one way to invest in real estate that’s cheaper, easier, and more efficient than almost any other strategy. It allows you to get the best mortgage rates with the lowest down payments and buy properties in the best areas. And you can do it every single year until you grow a massive real estate portfolio. Real estate millionaires have been made using this strategy, but most Americans have no idea about it. What’s the wealth-building secret that savvy investors are taking advantage of? Of course, it’s house hacking.

If you’ve never heard of house hacking before, the concept is simple: You buy a single-family home or a small multifamily property and rent out the space you’re not using. This not only allows you access to the best mortgages but also keeps your mortgage cost lower than living on your own. This strategy is so good that expert investor Dave Meyer and today’s lender guest, Terrence Terrell, have used it repeatedly to build serious wealth.

If you’re a first-time homebuyer or have a home but want to get into rental property investing, this is THE strategy to try first. Terrence gives a beginner-friendly masterclass on house hacking, showcasing the huge benefits of house hacking’s low-money-down loans, what you need to have to qualify for a mortgage, the common misconceptions most people get wrong about house hacking, and how to use this strategy to build wealth fast.

In This Episode We Cover

House hacking explained and why it’s the easiest beginner real estate investing strategy 

How to buy your first investment property with as little as ONE percent down 

Qualifying for a mortgage and what first-time homebuyers must know before they apply

The free way to find out whether or not you’ll be able to get financing for your house hack

The easy, low-money-down way to build a real estate portfolio by house hacking 

And So Much More!

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(01:26) What is House Hacking?

(03:16) Put Just 1% Down!

(07:50) Who Should House Hack?

(09:28) It's Not as Hard As You Think

(11:55) What Homebuyers Need to Know

(14:51) Qualifying for a Mortgage

(18:43) Advice for First-Time House Hackers 

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Would you buy a rental property that loses money every month? What if, in a few years, that one property could make you hundreds of thousands of dollars? Would the negative cash flow be worth the massive appreciation upside? Today, we’re answering that exact question from an investor who could be sitting on a wealth-building opportunity but doesn’t know what decision to make. Should he buy the "bleeding" property at a steep discount or give up this needle in the housing market haystack to avoid a cash flow trap? Let’s find out!

We’re back on Seeing Greene as David and Rob, your go-to real estate investing experts, answer questions directly from BiggerPockets Real Estate listeners like you! First, an investor has a rare opportunity to buy “Grandma’s house” with over $200K+ in potential equity upside. The problem? It will LOSE $800/month! Next, a new property manager wants to know how to raise rents on a twenty-year tenant. Do you pay capital gains on the profit of your home sale or the entire amount? We’ll show you how to know how much you owe. Then, an investor debates selling his C-class cash-flowing properties in exchange for appreciating assets, and we explain the “sneaky rental” tactic that’ll take you to ten rental properties in no time!

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In This Episode We Cover

Negative cash flow and one of the ONLY times it makes sense to buy a “bleeding” rental

How to raise rents (the right way) on a long-term tenant 

Capital gains tax explained and how much YOU could owe on your next home sale

Whether to trade cash flow for appreciation and selling your rentals that don’t have room to grow 

The “sneaky” rental tactic that allows you to scale a real estate portfolio FAST 

And So Much More!

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(01:23) Losing $800/Month to Make $200K?

(11:59) Raising Rents On 20-Year Tenant

(21:28) Comment Section & Capital Gains 101

(25:47) Trade Cash Flow Portfolio for Appreciation?

(33:05) The "Sneaky Rental" Tactic

(38:20) Ask Us Your Question!

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When you think about short-term rental and Airbnb markets, what comes to mind? Joshua Tree, the Smoky Mountains, maybe Destin? We all know about the famous short-term rental markets, but what about the not-so-famous ones? You know, the unsexy markets where you book an Airbnb for a conference or when you’re going to see extended family? That’s right; we’re talking about everyday American markets like Cincinnati, Ohio. But surprisingly, these markets make some of the best investments for short-term rental investors like Jarrod Tucker and Yiwei Cheng.

Jarrod and Yiwei moved to Cincinnati for work shortly after catching the real estate investing bug. They knew they wanted to invest in real estate, but long-term rentals only came with measly cash flow that would never support their passive income goals. So, what’s the next best option? Short-term rentals! Unfortunately, Cincinnati isn’t known as a popular vacation getaway, but it didn’t have to be to support Jarrod and Yiwei’s cash flow dreams!

Now, five years after the start of their investing journey, they have ten rentals of their own and manage a couple dozen more for other investors. The question is, how do you make money with short-term rentals in an unsexy market? Jarrod and Yiwei walk through their tips for finding the right properties, keeping occupancy rates high, buying real estate when your DTI (debt-to-income) gets maxed out, and why you MUST separate yourself from the basic short-term rentals to reach your financial goals.

In This Episode We Cover

The three types of short-term rental guests who consistently come to markets like Cincinnati 

How to set your Airbnb apart if you’re in a saturated short-term rental market 

Tips for higher occupancy and what you MUST have to get more bookings 

Scaling your real estate portfolio when you have high DTI (debt-to-income)

Using partnerships to buy even more properties when you’re low on cash

Why you DON’T need to invest in high-priced, popular vacation destinations 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:36) The Accidental Airbnb Host

(08:07) Short-Term Rentals in…Cincinnati?

(13:37) Are Short-Term Rentals Saturated?

(19:46) Tips for Higher Occupancy

(22:31) Scaling with High DTI (Debt-to-Income)

(32:24) Advice for New Investors

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Want a low mortgage rate? We mean a really low rate—like 4.75% in 2024 low. What about half a million in profit on a sneaky development deal? Or, maybe you’d settle for a quick house flip that pockets you $55,000 on a bad day. These aren’t made-up numbers; these are REAL deals that our expert investing panel is doing in today’s hot, hot housing market. And if you know where to find deals and steals like these, you, too, could be taking home huge profits like they are! Thankfully, they’re sharing all their secrets on today’s episode!

David and Rob are taking some time off to play pickleball, while Dave Meyer and the entire On the Market podcast panel join us today! In this show, we’re talking about the real estate deals getting done in 2024. Each expert brings in a deal they’ve recently done and showcases how they found it, what they bought it for, how much cash flow or profit they’re going to make, and advice to help YOU repeat these home-run real estate deals.

First, Dave will share about a cash-flowing on-market rental property he bought (while abroad!) thanks to his inventor-friendly agent. Kathy Fettke gives tips on getting a low mortgage rate on your next new construction rental and how doing so could massively boost your cash flow. Henry Washington walks through a quick flip that will make him $55,000 on the low end and the ingenious way he found this deal. And finally, James Dainard talks about the almost unbelievably good development deal he’s doing in Seattle that will profit $500,000 (yes, that’s half a million!).

In This Episode We Cover:

How to score a mortgage rate in the four-percent range by buying new construction rentals

The three big housing market challenges of 2024 and how investors can overcome them

How to find cash-flowing, on-market rental properties by investing out-of-state 

One of the smartest ways to find off-market real estate deals for flipping or holding 

The one contract clause that is helping James make $500K+ on his new development deal 

And So Much More!

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(20:44) 3. $55K House Flip Profit!

(26:11) 4. Making $500K with DADUs!

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Why are rock stars turning to real estate side hustles to pay their bills? During the lockdowns, many musicians, gig workers, and creatives saw their income streams dwindle. There were no shows to play, no tours to attend, festivals were canceled, and human-to-human contact was limited as much as possible. As a result, famous musicians began to become real estate agents, mortgage brokers, investors, house hackers, and everything in between to pay their bills. And guess what—it worked! 

Now, touring is back on, but those whose job is pursuing their passions still need extra income to take care of their bills during slow seasons or to build wealth. That’s where Juliet Lalouel from Heavy Realty comes in. Juliet is a Colorado and Hawaii-based investor and real estate agent who helps the music and creative communities find ways to fast-track their financial freedom to keep doing what they love. But her message doesn’t just apply to musicians. Anyone who loves what they do but wants more financial stability can take these lessons to heart.

Today, we’re talking about how anyone from any background can use real estate to supplement their income, pay their bills, and help them build wealth. Juliet shares why you may make a great real estate investor/professional without even knowing it and the beginner investments that ANYONE can try to start building a strong financial fortress, even if you’re a real estate enthusiast by day and a rock star by night. 

In This Episode We Cover

Real estate side hustles that’ll help you make extra income no matter your experience 

Why musicians and creatives make GREAT real estate investors 

The best ways to start making money with real estate and how to find your perfect role

Beginner investments for anyone to start building wealth today

Financing your first investment property, even if you DON’T have a W2

Why real estate is the ultimate side income stream to support your dreams 

And So Much More!

(00:00) Intro

(01:36) Anyone Can Invest 

(05:07) Why Musicians Make Great Investors 

(07:53) The Best Way to Get Started 

(13:40) Beginner Investments 

(17:57) Financing Your 1st Property 

(20:52) Do Your Passion Full-Time 

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There’s a silent threat out there that most real estate investors have no idea about. It’s a threat that could take away all your cash flow, ruin your real estate portfolio, and put you right back to square one after years of work. And even the most seasoned investors aren’t immune to this threat—our own David Greene almost got caught in this trap and had to act quickly to escape. What’s the danger we’re discussing, and how do you ensure YOU don’t lose everything? We’re about to tell you!

We’re back on another Seeing Greene as David and Rob take your real estate investing questions and give up-to-date advice on what they’d do in your situation. First, a real estate investor sees his cash flow disappear due to rising operating expenses—should he sell the property or keep a low/no cash-flowing deal? Then, we talk about the silent threat targeting real estate investors—title fraud. An investor wants to know if a low mortgage rate on a subject to deal warrants a higher price, and Rob and David debate whether investing in expensive markets is worth the cost. 

Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can jump on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot! 

In This Episode We Cover:

Title fraud explained and how silent thieves can steal your real estate portfolio without you even knowing it 

Whether to keep, sell, or 1031 exchange a rental property that won’t cash flow 

The real value of a low interest rate and why many investors get this wrong 

Warning signs that your properties are being stolen out from under you 

Investing in expensive markets and why we would/wouldn’t invest in states like Hawaii 

And So Much More!

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This “CARFAX for Properties” Could Change EVERYTHING About Investing

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(00:00) Intro

(01:25) My Cash Flow Disappeared!

(08:05) The Biggest Threat to Your Portfolio?

(15:03) Comment Section Callout!

(19:06) Would We Invest in Hawaii?

(28:15) Ask Us Your Question!

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It seems like everyone is wondering how to find real estate deals in today’s supply-constrained market. With housing inventory still hovering around historical lows, finding a cash-flowing, appreciating rental property isn’t as easy as before. But maybe that’s just because most people don’t know where to look for these properties. In reality, there are steals and deals all around us, and if our hosts can take down home-run real estate deals in this housing market, what’s stopping you from doing it, too?

So today, David Greene and Dave Meyer are giving you three ways to find your next real estate deal using both on AND off-market investing tactics. The majority of Americans ignore these tactics, and only serious or savvy investors will follow through on them. Once you know where to find these deals, the deal flow doesn’t stop. If you can master any of these three tactics, you’ll have a source of profitable investment properties streaming to you for years to come.

First, we’ll show you how to find off-market deals and a few strategies you can use to locate and engage with motivated sellers. Next, we’re sharing the exact networking play to get real estate deals sent straight to you. And if you think on-market (MLS) deals are dead, you couldn’t be more wrong. David shares how he picked up an on-market luxury vacation rental for a surprisingly low price, all because he knew where to look!

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In This Episode We Cover:

The three “buckets” for finding your first or next real estate deal in 2024

“Off-market real estate” explained and why most people get it wrong

How Dave was able to find off-market deals just by…riding his bike?

The people you MUST connect with if you want real estate deals sent to you consistently

The overlooked on-market properties that ANY investor can find with huge price-cut potential

And So Much More!

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(01:25) 1. Discounted Off-Market Deals

(09:56) 2. Talk to These People 

(16:43) 3. Overlooked MLS Properties 

(25:50) Find Your Next Deal!

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Want to scale your real estate portfolio faster? These investment property loans can help. Most real estate investors get stuck early on in their journey. They buy some properties and build up some comfortable cash flow, but then…they can’t qualify for another loan. They’ve either reached the maximum limit on conventional mortgages OR don’t have enough income to qualify for bigger and better investments. So what do they do? Give up? Settle with a small rental portfolio? No, they use THESE investment property loans instead.

Jeff Welgan, our investor-friendly lender expert, is back to show us what we’ve been missing. From DSCR (debt service coverage ratio) loans that help you scale to more doors, to no-income-necessary investor loans that don’t look at your income, to business bank statement loans that’ll let you buy homes based on your business’s cash flow, these mortgages can help anyone in any position, purchase real estate faster.

If your DTI (debt-to-income) ratio is too high and you’re struggling to qualify for another mortgage, this is THE episode for you. We’ll discuss using your property’s rent to qualify for more, loans that get around DTI requirements, using your business to fund your deals, and the mortgages you should look into FIRST before you move on to more complex loan products. Stick around if you’re ready to scale faster!

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In This Episode We Cover

Why you cannot overlook rehabbing older homes and outdated properties

The two things that tell Lisa an older home ISN’T worth investing in 

Why termites, foundation problems, and outdated electrical systems aren’t as bad as you think

The huge mistake Lisa made that ruined a $100K+ rehab project and how to avoid the same fate

Tenant retention 101 and best ways to ensure your vacancy rate is low and your cash flow is high

DealMachine’s five ways to find motivated sellers in any market

And So Much More!

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(03:20) What is DTI? 

(07:03) Use Rent to Qualify! 

(09:32) How to Qualify for More 

(13:30) Investment Loans You’ve Never Heard of 

(21:48) No Income to Qualify? 

(26:04) Which Loan to Choose?

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How do you find investment properties nobody else is looking for—the ones with cash flow potential, equity upside, and wealth-building qualities all the other investors overlook? Simple: buy what nobody else wants. For Lisa Field Moore, that’s old homes. Most rookie investors walk into an old house, notice the foundation problems, warped floors, and outdated electricals, and quickly see themselves out. But Lisa sees money to be made—and you should too.

In this episode, Lisa shares how she’s built a sizable real estate portfolio by buying old, overlooked, and outdated homes, all in the past four years! But these are treacherous waters, and getting a major rehab item wrong could cost you a deal. To help, Lisa breaks down what isn’t (and definitely is) a red flag when looking at old homes, how she lost serious money making one easy mistake, and how to avoid doing a bad deal ever again. Plus, she shares her tips for rock-solid tenant retention that’ll keep your rental properties filled for years (or even decades!).

Want to know how to find these older homes with wealth-building potential? Stick around because DealMachine gives us a bonus segment on the five ways to find a motivated seller in ANY market! 

In This Episode We Cover:

Why you cannot overlook rehabbing older homes and outdated properties 

The two things that tell Lisa an older home ISN’T worth investing in 

Why termites, foundation problems, and outdated electrical systems aren’t as bad as you think

The huge mistake Lisa made that ruined a $100K+ rehab project and how to avoid the same fate

Tenant retention 101 and best ways to ensure your vacancy rate is low and your cash flow is high 

DealMachine’s five ways to find motivated sellers in any market 

And So Much More!

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(05:22) Signs of a Solid Property

(10:18) $100K Rehab Gone WRONG

(16:06) How to Avoid Bad Deals

(19:42) When to Hold and When to Sell

(23:54) Tenant Retention 101

(34:27) 5 Ways to Find Motivated Sellers

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Should you pay off debt or invest? Many online financial gurus would tell you in a heartbeat that paying off debt is the number one priority…but is that always true? What if there was a way to pay off debt WHILE investing, so you could lower your liabilities AND build wealth in the background? And what if you could do that even if you were hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt? If this sounds like your situation, this Seeing Greene is for you!

David and Rob are back, answering your real estate questions so YOU can build wealth faster, reach financial freedom, and live the life you love. Our first question comes from a concerned rental property owner wondering why his property management company can’t do something seemingly simple. Then, a nationwide investor asks, “Are home warranties ever worth it?” A medical student with massive student loans asks how to start investing while in debt, and an aspiring investor asks how to turn his inherited rental property into a big portfolio. Will robots cause the downfall of real estate, and when is it the right time to add a bedroom to your rental? All that and more are coming up in this episode!

Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can jump on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot!

In This Episode We Cover:

Should you invest or pay down debt? We have a strategy for doing BOTH!

What to do when your property management company ISN’T doing what you want

Home warranties 101: an appliance saver or a complete waste of money?

How to turn one rental property into an entire portfolio using HELOCs and cash-out refinances

Whether or not construction “robots” will cause home prices to plunge 

When (and when NOT) to add bedrooms or extra space to your rental property

And So Much More!

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Everyone knows how to find a real estate agent. But an investor-friendly agent—one who will find deals for you, run the numbers, hook you up with contractors, and help you get funding—isn’t the same as your neighborhood agent down the street. These agents have connections that can help skyrocket a new real estate investor’s portfolio and bring them deals that no one else knows about. So, how do you find these diamond-in-the-rough real estate agents? You need to ask THESE questions.

To help you vet your future investor-friendly real estate agent is James Dainard. James is a flipper, wholesaler, broker, investor, and lender in the Seattle, Washington, area. He’s been buying and selling houses for two decades and does more deals in one month than most investors do in years! He’s here to guide any investor through finding an investor-friendly agent, the crucial questions you MUST ask at the start, his number one tip for finding the best agents in an area, and how agents can set themselves apart from the competition.

But that’s not all. With the latest agent commission lawsuits, more buyers are aware that commissions are negotiable. So, whether you’re looking to get a steal on your next deal or want a first-class buying and selling experience, James walks through how you may now be able to negotiate what commission you want to give an agent, depending on what matters most to you.

In This Episode We Cover:

The best place to find a real estate agent (for investors!)

Questions you MUST ask any “investor-friendly” agent BEFORE you use them 

The services that expert-level agents provide that’ll help you build wealth faster

Negotiating agent commissions and how the recent NAR lawsuit could change the agent landscape

How to make sure that your agent knows what they’re talking about when they bring you deals

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(00:52) Regular vs. Investor-Friendly Agents

(04:21) Services to Look For

(08:47) How to Find the Right Agent

(13:50) #1 Tip to Try

(17:04) Questions to Ask Your Agent

(19:36) Elite Agents Have This

(25:22) Negotiating Commissions

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If you’re a first-time home buyer, now may be one of the best times to get a loan in recent history, according to mortgage advisor Jeff Welgan. With new no-money-down mortgages coming out specifically to help first-time home buyers finally get into a property, you can now buy a house for no money out of pocket, with your entire purchase price and closing costs covered. These 100% financeable loans aren’t a secret, so why don’t most first-time home buyers know about them?

In this BiggerNews, we’re diving deep into the best first-time home buyer loans available in 2024, how to pick up your first property for NO MONEY out of pocket, and low-money-down multifamily deals any brand new investor can start buying today. With affordability at nearly forty-year lows, most Americans struggle to save up a down payment, even if they have enough income to qualify for a home loan. This is where 100% financeable loans come in, making it easier than ever to buy your first home.

So, who can get approved for these first-time home buyer mortgages, where do you find them, and how do they work? Jeff goes through these programs on the federal and state levels, showing first-time home buyers where to find them, which loans to avoid, and whether or not they can use these loans to buy their next property.

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In This Episode We Cover:

How to get 100% financing on your first property (no money down!)

Who qualifies for these first-time home buyer loans, and which properties require a down payment

The problem with FHA loans and where you should/shouldn’t use them

Rate buydowns and why this once valuable tool is no longer being used

How to invest in small multifamily with VERY little money down

And So Much More!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:12) 100% Financing For Your FIRST Home?

(06:28) How These Loans Work

(11:40) The Problem with FHA Loans?

(14:35) Getting a Lower Mortgage Rate

(25:30) Low Money Down Multifamily Investing

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