Think Realty Radio: Recent Episodes
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Investing in real estate is more than a mere action—it’s a real estate of mind, which Think Realty Radio provides nationwide on a weekly basis, keeping investors educated on the most effective and efficient methods of real estate investing. Stay tuned-in to host Abhi Golhar and his guest all the way to the fourth quarter for the Power Play—the hard-hitting segment where co-host Greg Rand joins Abhi to get to the bottom of the current state of real estate. Tune in, turn up, and get pumped—Think Realty Radio is on the air.
Lauren Taylor of TheRealtyHaven.com shares where we are in the market today, strategies, and tips for investors. Plus, get Abhi’s advice on how to build wealth with turnkey rentals. And, what are the top cities where vacation rentals rake in the most cash? Learn about Airbnb bliss, and more!
Abhi talks with Aaron Norris of The Norris Group about iBuyers – what they have that you don’t and how investors can compete. Plus, hear answers to “What features do apartment renters value most?” and “What to do when cities lack family apartments?” Learn that and more!
For more information on The Norris Group, Visit TheNorrisGroup.com
Passionate real estate investor and host Abhi Golhar talks with Rick Melero of HIS Capital Group about the current real estate cycle, and Abhi offers his take on what a real estate investor should do right now. Plus, the home feature millennial's love most: You'll never guess what it is!
Abhi talks with Rich Ford, Co-Founder of Roofstock about Build-to-Rent and how to execute portfolio transactions. Plus, learn how 7 Crowdfunding Platforms could help you invest from your couch, how the popularity of farmhouse chic has led to criminal activity, and more
Abhi Golhar talks with Andre Johnson of Deals Meetup about strategic partnerships and how important they are in the world of real estate investing. Also, do you live in one of the 10 best places to live in America? Abhi has the list! Plus, we talk about the most costly DIY mistakes of a homeowner and give a quick market update. There’s a lot to learn about on today’s Think Realty Podcast
Abhi Golhar speaks with Bill Mencarow from The Paper Source about Mortgage Notes and the ideal retirement plan. Also, Abhi reviews Eddie Wilson’s book called Time-Wealth-Purpose, a market update of home prices in several different cities and a discussion about solar panel energy on homes. It’s all here on today’s Think Realty Podcast
Abhi Golhar talks with Marco Santarelli from Norada Real Estate Investments about out of state rental investing. Plus, last-minute home improvement projects you can do to drive value before selling, a market update of Denver Colorado and some creative photo shoots that people have done to sell homes. This is an action-packed show that you don’t want to miss!
Abhi Golhar talks with Zach Evanish from Roofstock about his journey in real estate as well as strategies to help you dominate your world of REI. Abhi offers a book review of Kevin Ortner’s new book “Rent Estate Revolution.” Plus, what are the metros with the highest flipping rates? What is the market doing in Las Vegas now? Learn this and more!
Abhi Golhar and Sean Miller from Pointcentral discuss how to position yourself for the vacation rental market. Speaking of vacation spots, Hawaii life is expensive, but how expensive? Abhi takes a look… plus, which counties lead foreclosure starts? Learn this and more!
Abhi Golhar and Deborah Razo talk about fostering the female REI community and sharing resources. Plus, how St. Louis is striving to save parts of the city from decay, a market update of San Fran, five trends in kitchen remodeling, and more!
Dynamic podcast host Abhi Golhar speaks with Glenn Stromberg of Stromberg Investment Group about opportunities with mobile home parks and manufactured homes. Plus, two Top 5 Lists, vacation rental investment tips, and more!
Phoenix, AZ might be the "hottest" place in the country for real estate! Pros and cons of multifamily property management and have you heard about the SINGLE condo purchase that increased home prices in its neighborhood by 10%?
Abhi Golhar sits down with Chimene Van Gundy of Outstanding Real Estate Solutions, Inc to discuss her training platform called "Mobile Home Millions." Chimene Van Gundy has been called the “Queen of Mobile Homes” because she has fixed, flipped, and wholesaled more than 300 mobile homes in just the past 4 years. Chimene is on a mission to help others become cash creators and learn how to easily buy and sell mobile homes with no money down and even no credit. Learn how you can get a start in mobile home investing by visiting MobileHomeMillions.com
This episode of the Think Realty Podcast involved Western HOT SPOTS for investing, Tom Olson of GoodSuccess.com 's trip to Capitol Hill, 5 Tips to boost your Skills and Confidence in Negotiating and SO MUCH MORE!
Welcome to the FIRST EVER Think Realty Podcast with Abhi Golhar.
In this episode you'll hear from Michael Blank, get the down low on Baltimore, MD, 3 Best Counties for Single-Family Rental Investment and SO MUCH MORE!
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Gene Guarino, Founder and CEO of Residential Assisted Living Academy, is on air with Abhi to discuss just that — residential assisted living! There is a lot of passion behind Gene’s voice and he has compelling reasoning as to why this route is the best route to take in real estate. His personal story of how he got started is something every person with a baby boomer relative can relate to.
Do you know how many people need residential assisted living today? Gene breaks down the numbers for listeners and how much it typically costs for someone to stay in assisted living.
If you are interested in getting started in residential assisted living, this is definitely the show for you! Gene helps investors learn how it can be possible! His motto is, “Do good and do well.” It speaks to his character and he explains what that means to him and how it helps him in his real estate journey.
To learn more about Gene and his business visit ResidentialAssistedLivingAcademy.com, email info@RALAcademy.com or call 480-704-3065.
Not every headline or news story is what it’s made out to be. Noel Christopher, Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi to discuss recent news stories that are oftentimes misleading and can send people into panic, like home prices dropping. This is not the stock market, real estate does not have to have a hard and constant appreciation — it’s a cycle.
Everyone is focused on the stock market thinking it’s what affects our country, that they overlook other factors like car loans and student loans. Someone is going to pay for that, and there is no telling if it will have any impact on the real estate industry.
Does it sound backwards to say that you should already know your exit strategy prior to investing in real estate? Regardless of how far you are into investing, you should always know your strategy in general. Tune in now to find out from our expert, Noel Christopher!
Find out more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse at RentersWarehouse.com.
Lukas Krause, with Real Property Management, is on air with Abhi to discuss purchasing real estate. He gives us the inside scoop for what he does and how his company helps clients with their investment properties. He started investing in real estate when he looked at it from a macro level, and shares his opinion of common misconceptions people have about investing in real estate.
Lukas provides listeners with some guidance in the single-family rental industry. Tap into your property managers so you can get access to listings before they’re open to the public. It’s all about looking in the right markets. He tells us what his thoughts are currently on the economy and where we’re headed. He thinks there will be a minor correction in 2019 because housing prices were so extreme, but he thinks it will be pretty quick since the demand is still there.
Hear about the trends and insights that Lukas gives listeners inside the property management space. Wondering how you can find value and what your returns could look like? Lukas walks us through it and more!
To find out about Lukas and Real Property Management visit RealPropertyMgt.com today!
Kristine Gentry, with US Probate Leads, is on the show with Abhi and they are talking about probate leads. Her company has simplified the process of obtaining probate leads and she tells us how she got started and gives us a refresher for what probate leads are and why they are a good option for leads.
Probate leads can be a sensitive topic and there is definitely a way to go about acquiring them. Since the people selling are normally the heirs of a property of someone who has passed on, you have to be mindful it might not be an easy time for those involved. Kristine said getting those leads can go one of two ways, either everyone is on the same page, or there has to be a lot of negotiations.
There are plenty of different options to obtain probate leads through US Probate Leads and Kristine recommends that you purchase leads on a monthly basis so you are constantly reaching out to people. More and more properties are going into probate so now is the time to start looking into it!
Visit USProbateLeads.com today to learn more and to get started!
We are talking with Scott Lewis, with Spartan Investment Group, and he takes us through Real Estate syndication. Confused with what that means? He takes us through what his company offers and how there are syndication opportunities everywhere and most investments (big-time movies, dog groomers, etc.) use syndication. He walks us through key strategies that he and his company use.
He talks us through investing in syndication vs. investing in a single-family rental and he poses a simple question — what is your time worth? It is time-consuming and is an active endeavor. They say people ask if they should quit their job to invest in real estate, but the reality is that it’s your wealth driver!
Self storage is another type of investment that Scott and his team manage. Scott was never interested in residential Real Estate and never had a desire to work with other people. He says no matter what is happening in the economy, people need storage. Not necessarily grandma’s belongings, but so many different types of people have different needs, regardless if the market is up or down.
Email Scott at Scott@Spartan-Investors.com or visit Spartan-Investors.com
Kevin Ortner, with Renters Warehouse, is back on air with Abhi to discuss real estate investing for the long-term. Abhi brings up some recent statistics that are shocking — one in three Americans have nothing saved for retirement, and half of all Americans have less than $10,000 saved for retirement. Abhi and Kevin discuss ways for you to start saving. Hint: It has to do with real estate.
They get into the differences between Millennials and Generation Z and the differences between their saving habits. The Generation Z population has seen that Millennials are a little bit more frivolous with their spending habits and they have felt more compelled to save their money.
Are you betting on Social Security to help you out in retirement? Abhi and Kevin have a good conversation on what that will look like for the next generations. Regardless of what that might look like for each person, they both agree that it can’t be the only resource that carries you into retirement, and there needs to be a financial plan in place. Real Estate investing is definitely a tool that you can start using now to plan for your retirement!
Tune in now to hear more from Abhi and Kevin and be sure to find out how you can start saving for retirement by visiting RentersWarehouse.com
Eddie Speed, Founder of NoteSchool, is on air with Abhi to lend his expert advice and insight on creative financing. He has been doing owner financing since 1980. Learn what owner financing is and find out if this is an option for you! Get the edge you need so you can do more deals and have one foot up in the game.
Anyone can run numbers on a calculator, what Eddie and his team teach at NoteSchool is how to negotiate and close the deal. He breaks down the strategies and tactics that he uses and wants to help others who are interested! Learn about the mistakes and challenges he has seen his students face so you don’t make those same mistakes.
Eddie gives a great example and he and Abhi do a little real estate role play on air so you can understand just how easy owner financing can be. It’s all about being patient and negotiating and this is something a traditional lender would never touch.
Learn more about Eddie Speed and NoteSchool by visiting NoteSchool.com or email info@noteschool.com today!
Bill Mencarow, Paper Source Online, is on air with Abhi and he fills us in on what note investing is and how people can go about investing in them. There is some management in the notes themselves, but it is not near as intense as constantly managing a tenant. Not sure where you buy a note? Bill has the inside scoop!
Bill invests in both real estate properties and real estate notes so he can speak to investing in both. While he believes in both forms of investments, he shares his insight on the major differences that might seem so obvious to the average investor. He wants to make sure people know what notes are and his mission is to put it on peoples’ radar!
Learn about liquidity and how you save for retirement and invest in notes during retirement. This is a way of life for everyone, regardless if they have started their real estate journey or not! Tune in to find out all about notes now!
To learn more about Bill and the Paper Source visit PaperSourceOnline.com now!
Greg Rand, Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi to give his insight on some listener questions. First, Greg sheds light on an “interesting” thing he saw while he was in Charlotte, but is definitely happening around the country. Lots of gimmicks and “get-rich-quick” schemes from people claiming to have all the answers to make fast cash in real estate investing.
The guys jump right into listener questions and start off with a question from Samuel from Southern California. He wants to get out of his market because it is too expensive Greg gives him some great ideas on how he can invest out-of-state. Another listener, Charlotte from Oklahoma City, wants to hear all about the acquisition of Greg and Abhi’s first five rental properties.
Dwayne from Nashville wants to know if it’s possible to get into real estate investing debt-free and he wants to know more about “sweat equity.” Greg and Abhi give their opinions and explain a little more about sweat equity. They tell Dwayne to do the research on markets he is interested in and do the due diligence, and that’s the most important part!
Our final listener is Christine from St. Louis and while she is shy and introverted, she wants to know more about networking with her shy personality. Think you know how Greg and Abhi will answer these questions? Think again. Tune in now to find out!
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Sherman Ragland, Dean of RealInvestors® Academy, is on the show with Abhi to discuss his business, the market, and Think Realty Conference & Expo in Baltimore. He shares how his life experiences brought him from commercial real estate to single-family homes to educating others on how to become real estate investors.
He gets into what they cover in their program, RealInvestors® Academy, and the specific niches they offer for their students so they can become licensed investors. Abhi asks him about the Baltimore market and Sherman shares his excitement about a project he is working on because Baltimore is an opportunity zone. In relation to Baltimore, Sherman said it’s hard to ignore what’s going on with Amazon coming to D.C. There is talks there could be upward of 100,000 new jobs, which is great for investors!
They get into commercial, residential and everything in between! Sherman is the keynote speaker for Think Realty Conference & Expo in Baltimore April 6-7th and is excited to share the inside scoop for his speech. Tune in now to hear more from Sherman and Abhi!
To learn more about RealInvestors® Academy, visit RealInvestors.com today!
Noel Christopher, SVP of Corporate Development at Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi and they start off talking about the demand for housing and new building. Noel says he hopes that we can start seeing more moderate to affordable homes and he thinks the upper-price range housing is getting a bit outrageous. They touch on consolidation in the SFR space and why it’s a good thing.
Abhi and Noel transition into the market and they are looking at a recent report that ranked the markets with the highest vacant households, and the markets that are doing really well! They have a lot to say on the topic and have some thoughts on this data report.
They get into student loan debt and the cost of a college education and return on investment. Noel has some thoughts on the matter and how the astronomical prices could impact the economy. He brings up the recent topic of the celebrity parents who paid for their children to go to college (i.e. they aren’t getting any ROI).
For more information on Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com
Robert Mulcahy, with Angel Oak Prime Bridge, is back with Abhi and they are starting off the show with what Robert has seen in the Atlanta, GA market. He gets into ROI, market trends they are seeing, a healthy “levelling off” of the market and he says that overall it is still a great market to invest your money in.
Building your brand for your real estate investment business is so important and Robert discusses the critical pieces. Research a business plan and start from there so you have a base to go off of when you are first starting. Do you have a pitch or a tagline for your business that is catchy and describes what you do? Of course, a website and an online presence is also something to consider so that people can remember you are a great networker.
When looking at the market at a whole, there is no such thing as a national market Abhi says. He said to look at each individual market and Robert agrees and gives some pointers on what lenders look for when lending money to borrowers in any market. There is a method to the madness and he’s got the inside scoop. Tune in now to find out more!
Visit AOPBConnect.com or call 888-209-1333 to connect with Angel Oak Prime Bridge.
Pam Goodwin, with Goodwin Commercial, is on air with Abhi and they hit a lot of important topics. She was a part of Think Realty Conference & Expo in Dallas and she shares her favorite moments from the conference. Learn all about the newest retail concepts that are opening and flourishing in the Dallas/Plano area.
It might seem intimidating for first-time investors who are interested in commercial real estate, but Pam assures listeners that it is just like trying anything else for the first time and isn’t intimidating! She encourages you to team-up with someone and start learning and taking a chance in real estate. It is all about adapting to the needs of your consumers and that’s why a lot of retail spaces are getting so popular right now.
Ever thought luxury RV parks would be trendy? There are many different pieces to the puzzle before investing in an RV park, and always performing due diligence is important in any real estate purchase. Find out all the tips and pieces of advice Pam has to offer on this episode of Think Realty Radio!
To learn more about Pam Goodwin and her business, visit PamGoodwin.com today!
Greg Rand, Renters Warehouse, is back for another round of the Power Play. He and Abhi kick-off the show with Greg sharing his passion for giving excellent customer service when working with tenants. He compares a tenant/landlord relationship to a restaurant/customer experience — a tenant won’t sign a lease again if they don’t have a pleasant experience with a landlord just like a customer wouldn’t return to a restaurant if they were treated poorly.
The guys start answering listener questions and the first question comes from Adrienne from South Carolina and she has a tenant who has been smoking marijuana in her property and it is a very strong smell. It is not legal in her state, and she is aware it’s very common and wants to know what she can do to warn her tenant without getting him in trouble. What would you do if you were faced with this situation? What about other illegal activities?
Another listener, Chante from Houston, is in college and getting her minor in real estate. She knows of an 8-unit apartment complex nearby that’s going to be selling soon and is wondering if she should just go and purchase it! Greg and Abhi give a few pieces of insight for her to consider and give her some tangible advice, like running it by her professors.
Another listener has a large amount saved in her 401k and she doesn’t have much of a cash-flow because she saves so much. The guys want you to know you can invest your 401k in real estate through a self-directed IRA. If this is something you’ve thought about then this is the episode for you!
Be sure to visit ThinkRealty.com/Radio to listen to all of our episodes!
Alice Seala, with Seale Realty Advisors, is on air with Abhi to discuss the retail space and the commercial real estate investing space. She talks about the recent trends that they are seeing in the commercial area and the experience people are looking for when they do go into a physical store instead of shopping online.
Alice said the customer wants to feel like they are having a good time and technology has made a huge impact on the overall shopping experience. A lot of online stores are looking into the trends and finding properties that are near their customers. She says when leasing a space for a retail store, always include that you have the first right to buy the property. That way, if the owner wants to sell it, you have the first right to it.
She gets into the market and how to invest wisely in commercial and retail real estate. Find out her opinion on what’s hot and what’s not in commercial real estate in 2019-2020. This is a show you don’t want to miss so tune in now!
Visit SealeRealtyAdvisors.com, and/or email Alice at aseale@sealerealtyadvisors.com!
Kevin Ortner, CEO of Renters Warehouse, is back for another show with Abhi. They start the show discussing various educational resources Renters Warehouse provides for investors who are looking to get started. They offer these free resources because they know how important it is to just get out there and understand how you can find the right deals.
They get into listener questions so they can get Kevin’s insight. Micaela from Austin purchased her first rental property last year and wants to know how she can go about increasing the rent for lease renewals. Kevin has a few pieces of advice for her and he gives her some tips on what she should consider when it comes to increasing the rent. The first thing he says is that she can use the rent increase index for her market.
Brock is closing on his first rental property next month in Atlanta. He wants to know what he should start doing now to set himself up for success. Kevin gives his opinion and says the first step he can take is to look for partners to help you and to start looking for tenants. You can’t start leasing the property until you have officially closed, but you can start looking and put out some “teasers” to let people know it’s coming soon! There are plenty more listener questions and advice from Abhi and Kevin so tune in now to find out all this and more on Think Realty Radio.
Be sure to check out all the services Renters Warehouse offers at RentersWarehouse.com
Gaylene Lonergan, with Lonergan Law Firm, is on the show with Abhi to bring a helpful perspective into the real estate law world. She offers advice to new investors and explains why she likes working with newer investors so she can guide them in the right direction.
Gaylene gets into probate law and gives a different perspective on the legalities behind it. It is so important to get in touch with your lawyer prior to any probate real estate deals. It could be a relatively easy process, but if there is no will or if there are multiple family members involved, it could be a complicated situation. They get into the Series LLC, trends in real estate, common issues she sees in real estate law and more!
Curious when you should actually hire a real estate lawyer? Gaylene gives some friendly insight so you can be prepared if the time ever comes where you need to talk to a lawyer. For new investors, a consultation with an attorney to explain your goals and objectives would be helpful so that they can guide you on the legalities behind next steps you should take. Tune in now to understand real estate law!
Give Gaylene and her team a call at 214-503-7509 or visit her website at www.LonerganLaw.com
Elizabeth Maora, with Elizabeth Maora, LLC, is on air with Abhi to talk about the world of short-term rentals. She took her engineering degree and traveled the world, and had been renting out her home. That’s when she realized what she wanted to do with her life! Find out how she knows properties she rents out will be a success.
Short-term rentals are so popular right now and Elizabeth explains why she believes they are more of a trend than the typical hotel experience. They are being accepted by CEOs and CFOs and looked at as more of a leisure with more space and privacy.
Managing short-term rentals can be a challenge, but Elizabeth and her 24/7 team are there to help! They’ve dealt with everything from vandalism to missing trash bags and know how to provide full service along the way. Find out all this and the key insights, the biggest surprises that come with owning a real estate management business. Tune in now!
If you have questions for Elizabeth be sure to email her at Elizabeth@ElizabethMaora.com ?
Greg Rand, with Renters Warehouse, is back on air with Abhi and they jump straight into listener questions! The first question is extremely important and to the market in early 2019. There has been a lot of speculation that there is going to be another recession soon because home prices are not rising like they were a year ago. Jeff from Arizona wants to know if he should sell or lease his undeveloped piece of property — his fear of a recession is making him hesitant of investing more into the property and losing equity.
Our second question comes from Dwayne from Alabama. He is looking for advice on multi-family rentals. He wants to invest but can’t seem to meet the requirement of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae and is curious about private lenders and passive investors and wants any advice and insight he can get!
The final questions are great! Shay from Texas is looking to snag a deal after six months of looking and researching and she can’t find anything in her budget/interests. Jacqueline from Colorado is interested in selling her vacation home in the mountains, but feels conflicted and now she is wondering if she would be better off renting it out! Tune in to find out all the advice and insight Greg and Abhi give to all of our listeners. You never know, they might be questions you have as well!
Be sure to find all episodes of Think Realty Radio at ThinkRealty.com!
Russ Williams, with Motili, is on air to talk about HVAC systems and his business and also give insight and advice on how you can save money as a property owner. What makes Motili and their model different from others? Russ fills us in on all of this and so much more!
Motili started off as a technology company, and they have spent a lot of time developing an app so that they can have quick turnaround times for their clients. Besides the pricing, they are all about providing consistency for their large client base. He gets into the trends in the HVAC business for single-family rentals and where he sees the market going.
Russ and Abhi get into asset-tagging and what that means. It can be used in a few different ways, but it is really a way of tracking different appliances throughout the property and creating a portfolio for them so owners can track all the repairs and replacements. Why is this important? It all goes back to tracking expenses and understanding when they need to be replaced.
Find out the different ways you can save and utilize your time best with Motili. Tune in now to Think Realty Radio!
To learn more about Russ and Motili and to get started today, email Russ.Williams@Motili.com ?
Noel Christopher, Renters Warehouse, is back for another episode of Think Realty Radio. He and Abhi have recently enjoyed debunking, “fake news,” that has been out there on the real estate market. One that really stands out to the both of them is an article about $160 billion in outstanding mortgages in our nation. Are these outstanding loans a disaster waiting to happen?
Abhi and Noel get down to the reality of these loans and discuss whether or not it’s possible to buy out these loans from the agencies who own them. Noel explains the complexity behind these, but it’s not impossible. They get into how you can practically invest in these non-performing loans (NPL’s).
They transition into housing authorizations vs housing starts. Not a clue what either of these are? Looking to brush up on your housing lingo? Don’t worry, Noel does a great job at explaining it all. He even gives his two cents on whether or not there will be a housing crash again. Tune in now to find out more!
Visit RentersWarehouse.com to find out more about Noel and Renters Warehouse.
Nathan Brooks, Bridge Turnkey Investments, is on air with Abhi and brings some great strategy and insight to the turnkey real estate world. He breaks down what turnkey real estate is and has some pieces of advice for the business owner (outside of the real estate realm) who has some extra cash and is interested in turnkey. He explains the type of investors he works with and the tax incentives that come from turnkey.
Do you know how to identify a red flag when you are searching for a turnkey property? Nathan explains to listeners how they can easily spot those red flags. By understanding the turnkey property you would like to work with and understanding how they work, you can make an informed decision. Between buying, renovating and selling, find out how much effort it takes when investing in turnkey.
Based out of Kansas City, Bridge Turnkey Investments and Nathan have a critical eye on the Kansas City market and why it makes sense to invest in that city. They touch on the population and where the numbers are headed and why Kansas City is a suitable market for turnkey investing. Tune in now to hear about all things turnkey!
Visit BridgeTurnkey.com today or find them on Facebook @FixFlipRentKC
Marco Santarelli, Norada Real Estate, is on air with Abhi and they are talking about long-distance real estate investing. Marco understands investors who are looking to invest out of market and he gives insight for those who are thinking about investing long-distance. He shares his expertise on the risk of looking at the “national real estate market” as a whole and how you can look past the long lists of markets that are “hot,” and get down to the nitty-gritty.
Marco talks about the key ingredients of what makes a stable market. They might seem like obvious answers, but are you performing the due diligence necessary when you are looking into a property? He gets into job growth and population increase and he explains why trends are so important when looking into a property out of market.
Abhi says that you need to be 110% convinced that your market makes the most sense for you. When looking at all of the factors that go into what makes a market a “good market,” Abhi questions whether or not this creates a paralysis of analysis. Marco looks at four things from a macroeconomic level that he considers when looking into a market. Tune in now to find out all about these four of these when you tune in to Think Realty Radio!
To learn more about Marco and Norada Real Estate, visit NoradaRealEstate.com today!
Greg Rand, with Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi and they have lots to discuss! They kick-off the show talking about the Houston market. There have been so many interesting headlines recently about Houston and how the market hasn’t been so great and things are declining. Greg and Abhi debunk these “myths” and rumors and touch on some of the surrounding markets in Houston.
The guys jump into listener questions and the first question just so happens to come from Marcelino in Houston! He wants to know how he should go about scheduling booking for his Airbnb when he would like to sell the property. Should he sell it as an on-going Airbnb? Or offer to manage the booking for the new owner? Greg has a lot to say on this topic and it’s all about optimizing your ROI!
Darcie from Cleveland is the next listener and she wants to know if it’s possible to offer 50% of the asking price on a property. She has $140,000 and the property she has her eye on is $300,000. He says the first rule of real estate is location so make sure the property you are looking at is in a good location and you have already done the research on the property and then make the deal. Abhi gives his two cents on the topic so be sure to stay tuned!
Tune in for all this and so much more on Think Realty Radio and be sure to visit ThinkRealty.com to listen to all of our podcasts!
Bob LaChance, CEO of Reva Global, saw a void in the real estate market for virtual assistants (VAs) and saw a need for it. His company offers trained virtual assistants to provide real estate investors with all of their needs like marketing, research and leads. There are so many pieces to being a successful real estate investor and Reval Global offers support so you can fully focus on what you know — investing.
Bob talks about the five steps that he and his team take for success. He goes into detail on each of those steps and how it saves investors time. One of the biggest things his VAs focus on is social media. It’s all about posting and getting connected and finding the right leads. He gets into the data and has investors determine what kind of results they are looking for so they can start to track them in the process — the work the VA does is always tracked.
He and his team have three key strategies they stick to and he gives pieces of advice about growth in your business. He is passionate about building trust and loyalty and he has some resources that he wants to share with others when it comes to building your brand. Tune in now to find out all about VAs and how they can empower your business.
To find out more about Reva Global and to get started with a VA today, visit RevaGlobal.com.
Kevin Ortner, with Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi to discuss the demand for single-family housing. He gets into the projected numbers and amount of individuals who are expected to rent a home over the next few years. With so much change going on in the market, Abhi and Kevin clarify some misconceptions and want to keep you educated and informed!
They transition into diversification and what it truly means to have diversification when you are investing your money. Kevin says that he doesn’t recommend investing all of your money in real estate, just like he doesn’t recommend investing all of your money in the stock market. He says it is all about having diversity in your portfolio and investing in properties that can generate a larger cash-flow.
Finally, they shift the focus on the latest technology and tools that allow real estate investing to be so much more practical and convenient. Renters Warehouse is one of these tools that allows you to develop your portfolio by investing in different markets. It all ties back to the diversification and where we are in the real estate market.
Find out more about Renters Warehouse at RentersWarehouse.com
Allison Palmgren, Guiding Light Properties, is on air with Abhi and shares her exciting and inspiring story on how she got started in real estate investment. Her primary focus is fix and flips but dabbles in a few other areas, like lending and rentals, and has a wealth of knowledge to share with listeners. She has no shame in sharing from her challenges and experiences and how she had to learn the hard way from her mistakes.
Each person’s strategy is unique to them, so she encourages people to understand the market and understand their personal perspective of investing. It doesn’t help to have a lot of money but not have any understanding of how to invest properly. Allison has some great piece of advice for success and wants to help first-time investors. She gets into work-life balance and what goes into building the business.
She shares all! Her goals, mindset and how she is scaling her business in 2019! She gives great advice for people who are interested in investing but might not want to quit their full time job. She even touches on the lending side of her business and we know this is something you will definitely be interested in hearing so tune in now!
Find her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn: @allisonpalmgren or visit their website GuidingLightProperties.com
Gary Beasley, CEO and Co-Founder of Roofstock, is on air with Abhi to discuss Roofstock and the services they provide. Roofstock was recently named to the Forbes Fintech 50 as only one of six real estate tech platforms in the country. Gary gets into the business model and how Roofstock makes its money and the due diligence that is necessary to build your future as an investor.
Gary and Abhi discuss some important factors to consider when looking for a property. They touch on everything from artificial intelligence to some different markets you can look into when you are getting started. Does it sound like looking outside of your market and investing outside of your market would be stressful? It doesn’t have to be any more stressful than buying a local property as long as you have a good property manager, Gary said.
Toward the end of the show, they get into single-family rentals and discuss whether or not it is a good time to invest in these. Gary compares the SFR market today to when he first started in the real estate game and he has some words of wisdom for people looking to invest in SFRs out-of-market. Tune in now to hear from Gary and Abhi!
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Greg Rand, Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi. They kick-off the show discussing real estate in the news. A recent headline read that you shouldn’t invest in real estate, you should invest in real estate investment trusts. Some of the remarks came across as “interesting” for Abhi and they break down this article for you.
Next, the guys spend time answering listeners’ questions. Our first question is from Joel from Raleigh. He owns five single-family rentals and wants to know how he can continue to build his portfolio and eventually reach 40 single-family rentals over the next 30 years. Greg and Abhi offer insight and strategy for Joel and answer why this can be a good route instead of choosing multi-family rentals.
Our second listener question comes from Carl from Tulsa. There is lots of chatter about “knowing your market,” and he wants to know what exactly this means. Abhi and Greg break it down for Carl so that he understands just how he can “know” his market and the practical steps he can take to get started or continue moving forward with his real estate investment business.
If you think you are “too old” and waited too long to get in the real estate investment game, Greg has quite the response for you! The experience you have in life has allowed you to gain more confidence in real estate if it’s something you are interested in, then Greg says to go for it!
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A note is essentially an IOU — someone needs money, they give you an IOU, and you give them the money. In real estate, notes are used in lieu of using a bank. You buy a piece of property using owner-financing, making the seller play the role a bank normally would. When done correctly, cutting out the middleman and purchasing real estate with notes can increase efficiency and facilitate money-saving win-win situations for all parties involved.
Mencarow is a note wiz — he’s been doing this for decades and knows just about everything there is to know about notes, from performing to non-performing, mathematics, percentages, and the effects of interest rates.
Thinking about investing in notes yourself? Abhi and Bill also talk about what makes the ideal investor for making money with notes.
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Noel Christopher, Renters Warehouse, is back for another segment of Think Realty Radio and he and Abhi dig into what’s going on in the economy. They discuss auto loans that have gone delinquent and how it could impact the real estate market. Auto prices are extremely high right now and they think these delinquinces could level-off the prices of cars.
Next, Noel and Abhi discuss college loans and the ROI on a college education. Noel gets into his take on a college degree and he weighs the pros and cons of the experience and education vs the debt you are saddled with and will follow you the rest of your life. They transition into credit card debt and question whether or not credit card debt is discussed in the school system so that people are able to understand how the system works.
So how does this all go into the real estate market? Trust us, it all comes full-circle. Tune in now to find out more from Noel.
To learn more about Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com today.
Robert Mulcahy, with Angel Oak Prime Bridge, is on air with Abhi to discuss lending. The kick-off the show discussing Atlanta and what that market is like right now and transition into how you can find the right investment property for you! Robert discusses how you can wisely invest out of market and urges listeners to do their due diligence.
When looking to invest in the right property, Robert discusses the steps you should be taking before you really start the search, like setting a budget and of course, knowing your market. It doesn’t matter what market they discuss, it is all about your investing personality, your research and your team. Robert shares his “golden nuggets” with investors who want to invest with Angel Oak.
They discuss the technology resources that they utilize to find the right deals out there. Once they find the property, they analyze what kind of property it is — i.e. fix and flip. He stresses not to be “hungry” just to get the deal and to pull in a licensed inspector to be sure you are able to afford the property. Tune in to learn all about this and so much more!
Visit AngelOakPrimeBridge.com today to get started with Robert and his team.
Kristin Gerst, Capricorn Mortgage Investments, is on air with Abhi to discuss investing in mortgage notes. She lets us in on how long she has been investing and the types of mortgages she buys. She goes through issues she sees when purchasing mortgage notes and how people can overcome these. The number one issue she sees is bad paperwork. Don’t let this be you!
Kristin gives great insight and pointers on the interest rate of the mortgage note and she wants to be sure that you are aware of the legalities. If you go into the mortgage investing world, Abhi stresses the importance of educating yourself.
Learn all about mortgage investing and how you can get rid of long-term debt. Her whole model is based around debt-free investing and we know you will learn something new in this episode of Think Realty Radio! Tune in now to learn more from Kristin!
For a quick response, text Kristin at 972-679-3120 to learn more about investing in mortgages.
Greg Rand, Renters Warehouse, is back on air with another round of the Power Play. "On this show, we are responding to some of the many questions we've been receiving from listeners." Our first listener is from Seattle and wants to know if people are really spending over $400k for less than 10% ROI. With Seattle being such a hot spot to invest, it is pricier, but Greg and Abhi recommend investing outside of that market and going to a smaller market.
The next listener is a traveling nurse who has saved a good amount of money and plans to invest in the next few years since he has few expenses with his job. He wants to know about investing in different markets and how he can go about purchasing a property in the different cities he visits. He is looking for resources and more information, and Greg and Abhi definitely have more information for him!
Greg and Abhi shift gears to touch on Birmingham, AL and why it’s a great place to invest. Greg is on location in Birmingham and fills us in on what to look at as he breaks down the market for listeners. Tune in to hear all about what these two have to say about real estate investing!
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Kaaren Hall, CEO of UDirectIRA, is on air with Abhi to discuss self-directed 401k’s and IRAs and the rules and protocols. She urges listeners to consider their options and to do their due diligence on both the front-end and back-end and she offers some great pieces of advice for best practices when you invest in real estate. Invest in an area that you have some expertise and she says that is the most important thing!
Confused on what a self-directed IRA is? There is a lot of misunderstanding and Kaaren wants to help clarify any confusion and explains what it does. There are two places people can not invest your money and that is life insurance and collectibles. Roughly 10,000 people per day are turning 65 years old and they discuss the importance of saving for retirement and taking control of your financial future.
They discuss the traditional accounts you can invest in and the maximum you can invest and provide you with resources and the steps you should be taking to get set up with a self-directed IRA. There are three steps you should take and Kaaren breaks it down for us. Learn the rules so you can play the game of self-directed IRAs when you invest in real estate.
Learn more about Kaaren and her business at UDirectira.com
CEO of Renters Warehouse and author of Rent Estate Revolution — the book that lays out why to buy real estate and how to do it, step-by-step — joins Abhi in his weekly Friday spot to talk about the tools real estate investors use, and how to make informed decisions by keeping a few things in mind.
One of the tools Abhi and Kevin discuss is Zillow. It’s limitations, whether or not it should be the end-all-be-all, and how to supplement the information an investor. Included in this intriguing conversation is the recent developments of Zillow’s Zestimate — their home value estimate generating tool.
The two also talk about diversification, moving money from your business into real estate, and the next steps you should take if you already have $1 million or more in assets.
Kristine Gentry, Vice President of US Probate Leads, is on the show with Abhi to discuss probate leads. Probate leads happen when someone passes away and their estate is inherited. In most cases, the person does not want the property and they are looking to sell. What Kristine does is connect people who are looking to buy probate properties with those who are looking to sell.
This is a unique and oftentimes sensitive situation to be in when going to look for probate leads, so Kristine fills us in on how to go about it. She says they are typically good houses in good condition so it’s rather easy to get it ready for sale. US Probate Leads has researchers that go to the courthouse to do the hard work for you so you don’t have to.
The probate industry continues to grow and it is an endless source of leads. These properties will continue to be passed down and it can be a great way to help those who are going through a difficult time who might not know anything about real estate. Tune in to find out all about probate leads and how US Probate Leads has been such a success for the past 15 years.
Call US Probate Leads to get started today 877-470-9751.
Jared Garfield, CEO of the Wealth Watch Team, is on air with Abhi to talk about his background, his business and how he can help people with their real estate investment journey. With many experts saying we are entering a real estate bubble, Abhi wants to know how Jared advises his clients during times like these.
He gives his insight for how he determines which markets will have high ROI’s. He explains what a market cycle is and the four cycles they see in real estate. There is certain criteria he uses to determine what stage the market is in during the cycle so be sure you stick around to find out all about the cycles!
Especially when investing out-of-state, Jared stresses the importance of having the right team of people to help you. He goes over a few markets and tells listeners how they can determine the right market to invest in and how to make the best ROI possible!
Visit JaredGarfield.com/report today!
Greg Rand, Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi and they have plenty to share with you on this episode! Greg wants to share with you a “lift” city just west of Charlotte called Gastonia and also a city on the way to Gastonia is Belmont. Greg found two great properties for sale and he was under contract and backed out, and he wants to share his reason why. It is a decision that could help you in the future!
Greg wants to share something “funny” he read this morning. He says the bad information out there is quite comical but he wants to keep you informed. He read, “Feds could double interest rates.” The headline was misleading because what they meant to say was, the feds could raise the rates two times.
One of our listener’s, Cameron from Pennsylvania, has a question for Greg. He wants to know if he invested in a mentor or “guru” when he was first starting out. He and Abhi joke about how there are so many, “get rich by giving us all your money” schemes. Greg says that finding a mentor is something so different and you should find someone you trust and aspire to be in 10 years.
Greg and Abhi wrap-up the show with two more listener questions. Chad from Texas wants to know how REI fits into the Dave Ramsey philosophy of “cash only” investing. Our final question has to do with negotiations and how to become an effective negotiator.
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Garrett Sutton, Corporate Direct, is on air with Abhi to discuss the law and real estate investment. They kick-off the show discussing sales taxes from state to state and newer rulings that you’ll want to hear about. They bring up quite a few states that might keep you interested, including California and Georgia.
Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned vet, you’ll want to learn what asset protection means for your real estate investment business by setting up an LLC. Garrett says you need to protect yourself from the start of your business because you are responsible for any property in your name, and your insurance needs to be aware of your LLC too. He wants to teach you how to transfer your property from your name to the LLC. Find out how many LLC’s a person should own for every property.
Find out Garrett’s number one strategy for protecting assets. He has a lot of advice that might seem complex, but he breaks it down for listeners’ so they can have a clear understanding of how everything works! Tune in now to hear all this and more!
To find out more about Garrett and Corporate Direct visit CorporateDirect.com or call 800-600-1760
Noel Christopher, Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi to discuss Think Realty Conference & Expo which is happening this weekend! It’s not too late to get your tickets! Abhi and Noel start off the show with discussing recent real estate news. People have been worrying that home prices are “leveling off” and they are here to say it is not a recession or a decline in the market — it is a good thing.
In the second segment of the show, they are talking about leverage in real estate. Noel brings up the price of buying a car and how car loans are being over-leveraged and the high amount of defaults on these loans. How does this affect real estate? Noel breaks it down for us to better understand.
Kevin Ortner with Renters Warehouse is a regular on our show and he is a resident expert with Think Realty. He will be at the Think Realty Dallas Conference & Expo this weekend and is presenting on Buy/Hold. Noel will be at the conference as well and he is really excited for another packed weekend of all things real estate!
It’s not too late to get your ticket for this weekend’s conference! Go to ThinkRealty.com/Dallas and get your ticket today!
Jeff Levin, Speciality Lending Group, is on air with Abhi and kicks off the show discussing what private lending is and how it works. Jeff says there are plenty of different names for private lending, but he focuses on lending to real estate investors, regardless of their niche. It differs from bank lending because private lenders have the ability to go “outside of the box.”
Understand all the benefits that come from a private lender and some reasons a lot of people like going to private lenders, including a big reason — pricing! Typically 99.9% of the time, private lenders are the cheapest form of a partner in the real estate market. Find out how Jeff got his start in private lending and what he predicts for the future of private lending.
Jeff gives his advice and has four “C’s” he tells people to live by when looking for a lender. He shares plenty of “gold nuggets” with listeners’, especially things he wished he knew when he was just starting out. Tune in now to hear all he has to say about private lending, including market trends he is anticipating in 2019.
To learn more about Jeff and private lending, visit JeffLevinLends.com.
Sean Miller with Point Central is on air to talk about property automation and how it can help real estate investors. Sean says it is all about maximizing cash flow and reducing wear and tear. It could be anything from keyless entry to thermostat control. People often wonder how it differs from home automation and smart homes and Sean has all the answers for us! It is all about using technology to your advantage to save you time and money.
For property managers or owners, you can even access all the data from wherever your technology is installed throughout your different properties. It’s a tool you want on your side so you can optimize your property. Demos from Point Central are available and they are free and take 15 minutes. It shows how things work on the backend and how it will save you time so you can have more time in your business.
Wondering if home automation works specifically for a multifamily residence or a single-family property? Sean touches on it all in this episode and even explores options for how it could benefit occupied and vacant properties. The other question everybody wants to know — how much does it all cost? Tune in now to get all of your questions answered!
Visit PointCentral.com/ThinkRealty today to get started with home automation.
Greg Rand, with Renters Warehouse, kicks off the show discussing lift cities, and his favorite, Charlotte! He talks about how he spends his time with the location rather than what he is purchasing. He has plenty of reasons for why he chose Charlotte, including the new Amazon headquarters.
They discuss Spartanburg, SC and why it’s a great town! BMW is located there and Greg says he doesn’t like to invest in cities with only one major company that is in the town, but he thinks Spartanburg is great. Greg lives near the headquarters of Lowe’s Home Improvement and he explains how it creates a gravitational pull in the market.
Greg and Abhi are getting into the federal rates rising. Greg gives his insight on the matter and says usually it has no effect on the housing market because most people occupying homes aren’t looking at it because of the federal rates, but because they got married or moved or just want to buy a home. He says there is a lot of “noise” going on right now and it hasn’t stopped him from buying.
They wrap-up the show discussing Think Realty Dallas Conference & Expo and why events like these are so helpful and important for networking and real estate education in general. We hope to see you there!
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Cathy Crowe, Investor Specialist, is on air with Abhi and shares her excitement about Think Realty Dallas Conference & Expo, providing pieces of advice to successful networking and her “Cathy-isms”. She tells listeners to bring two things this weekend: business cards and a smile on your face. She says it’s all about who you know at this event because you never know how they will be involved in your next real estate deal.
Are you wondering if this is the event for you? First-time investors, experienced investors — this is for everyone! If you are a seasoned investor, Cathy says it’s a time to “renew” your relationship with your business and there is something for everyone in Dallas! She has the scoop on which sessions to attend, including the Local Market Panel, which Cathy will be a part of.
Find out all this and so much more with Cathy. Hear all about the Dallas market and what’s working and how things are going. Ever heard of Deal Street? Cathy fills us in and gives us a little teaser for the weekend. There is something for everyone in Dallas!
Visit ThinkRealty.com/Dallas to register for the event. Tickets are only $95 and you get a discount with promo code CATHY. To contact Cathy you can reach her at 214-850-4527.
Kevin Ortner, Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi to discuss all things real estate. They are analyzing a list that was put out by Lending Tree and where the real estate market is and ranking the markets. The go into detail about the list and discuss average down payments and have their predictions on whether they will see the average down payment go up or down.
There is a lot of talk of millennials postponing home buying, but Kevin says it is because they are saving up to put down a larger down payment. Kevin brings up the housing crisis the US market experiences 10 years ago, and the discuss ATTOM Data results of foreclosure rates, which was the lowest it has been in 13 years. Kevin gives his prediction with whether or not we will see those numbers rise.
Off-market deals — everyone has something to say about it, Abhi says. A lot of people think there is nothing in the market, but Abhi has a different opinion! ThinkRealty.com has a great article on this if you’d like to follow along with their discussion. Kevin and Abhi agree that for every person they hear saying they can’t find any deals, they can find another person that has had 60 deals that year. It’s all about where you’re looking, the research you’re doing and who you are connecting with.
Find out more about Renters Warehouse and Kevin Ortner at RentersWarehouse.com
Deborah Razo, Women’s Real Estate Network (WREN), is on air with Abhi to discuss just that - women in real estate! Have you heard of WREN? Deborah gives us the inside scoop on how it was established, the feedback they have received and the growth they have experienced.
Deborah and Abhi discuss different markets, including Memphis and LA. They get into flipping and developing and the status of the LA market, and how houses are staying on the market longer than normal. Deborah gives great advice for making connections and says you should build your network and team in each of your markets.
If you are nervous about moving forward, Deborah has advice and motivation for you! The final segment of the show they get into the mindset of real estate investing. Deborah had a major turning point in her life where she questioned if she was living her life the way she wanted, and she decided she wanted to spend more time with family and travel the world — cue real estate investing. Tune in now to hear her inspiring story!
To learn more about Deborah visit DeborahRazo.com and to learn more about Women’s Real Estate Network visit wreninspires.com
Kevin Shortle with iNote Success is back on the show with Abhi to talk about investing in notes. Find out how the passive investor can start investing in notes and how notes differ from bonds, stocks and cash. How has the note industry changed over the years? Kevin goes over it all with us.
Some people are concerned with the non-performing note inventory and Kevin has the inside scoop for us. He says combining the best of real estate with the best of note strategies is a great idea and has some insight and tips if you are interested in this route.
Kevin will be a speaker in Dallas for the Think Realty Conference & Expo in February and both he and Abhi get excited for what’s to come! Kevin’s topic will be, “Making Money with Real Estate & Notes,” and he has great ideas for the benefits of investing in notes and he lets listeners’ know what he is most looking forward to in Dallas.
Tune in to find out all of this from Kevin and more! Come see Kevin LIVE in Dallas at the Think Realty Conference & Expo February 16th and 17th. To learn more about Kevin and iNote Success visit iNoteSuccess.com or KevinShortle.com today!
Greg Rand with Renters Warehouse is on air with Abhi and they are back for another episode of the Power Play! They are answering listeners’ questions and start off the segment with a question from Bryce from Colorado. He has been a real estate investor for over seven years and is contemplating partnering up with someone. He wants to know if this is a beneficial experience and Greg and Abhi have their opinion for him and anyone that is contemplating partnering up with someone.
The second question comes from Clint who lives in a college town in Bloomington, Ind. He wants to know if it’s a good idea to invest in college town rentals. There are plenty of pros and cons to renting to students, and you probably already know how Greg and Abhi will react, but be sure to hear all about the logic behind their answers. There are lots of factors to take into consideration!
Our final question comes from Russell who lives in California. He wants to start investing but realizes that in the city where he resides, it is unlikely to invest because of the extremely high property prices. He wants to know how he can start looking at other markets and wants to know if it is practical to do long-distance investing. Greg advises that he finds someone to be a point person for whatever market he decides to invest.
Tune in to find out all the advice and insight Greg and Abhi have on this episode of the Power Play and be sure to check out RentersWarehouse.com for all your property management needs.
Clint Coons, Attorney at Anderson Advisors, is on the show with Abhi to discuss keeping your business protected. He kicks off the show with asset protection and putting barriers up to ensure if you are slapped with a lawsuit, you have taken the right procedures to make sure you and your real estate investments are protected. If you are a first-time investor, be sure you have worked out all the kinks in your business so that you are fully protected.
In order to obtain asset protection, you have to make sure you have this put in place before you are sued, otherwise it can be considered fraudulent conveyance. Clint discusses LLCs and other entities he thinks you should set up with each of your properties. How many LLCs or corporations do you think Clint recommends having?
Not only is it good to have asset protection and some sort of LLC or corporation set up for your business, but investors should also have a tax planning strategy. Learn how to optimize your tax returns and learn about the tax benefits real estate investors should be taking advantage of. Tune in now to hear from Clint!
To learn more about Clint and to get a FREE consult, visit AndersonAdvisors.com/30minuteconsult/
Kevin Ortner, with Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi for their weekly discussion. They dabble in a little bit of everything, and start off the show with opportunity zones. We’ve discussed it a lot in the prior shows and people might be a little confused, but it’s all about how you can invest your capital gains tax.
Senior assisted living has been a major trend lately and there have been a lot of opportunities as the baby boomers make their way into assisted living. Kevin says there will be a continued increase in demand and you will be seeing a lot more going up around plenty of cities. Single-family homes are even being converted into assisted living facilities and they are seeing a great return on their investments. There are a few ways you can approach this investment and Kevin thinks if you are interested in it, now is the time to invest.
The impact from the government shutdown could have a minor impact. Although it has come to an end for now, there could be a temporary hold on home-buying for government employees. He said it is a “blip on the radar,” in regards to the real estate world, and Abhi encourages listeners that is shouldn’t have a long-term impact on real estate investors.
Tune in to find out all this and so much more on Think Realty Radio. To learn more about Renters Warehouse visit RentersWarehouse.com today!
Bill Mencarow, President of The Paper Source, Inc., is on the show and brings helpful tips and insight to note-buying. Curious about the difference between investing in real estate notes and investing in the stock market? Bill and Abhi talk listeners through the differences and make quite a few good points. Bill gives his input on whether or not he recommends purchasing notes located hundreds of miles away.
Learn all about the note investors yield and how it differs from the interest rate the debtor pays. Also, he has some insight for how the notes react (or don’t) to the interest rates when they rise and fall. You are probably wondering if the note industry is regulated, and Bill wants to make sure you understand how it is regulated.
Bill shares his opinion on how he thinks people should get involved investing in notes. If you are a first-time investor, or thinking about making the switch to note investing, you won’t want to miss out on this show! We have all this and so much more on note investing on this episode of Think Realty Radio!
To learn more about Bill and to get started investing in notes, visit PaperSourceOnline.com today and fill out a form.
Stephanie Singer, CEO of This Land, is on air with Abhi to discuss plenty of relatable topics to 2019. They are seeing that Millennials are living more minimalist lifestyles and they aren’t purchasing homes. What does this actually mean and how can people start investing in real estate?
Stephanie discusses her business, This Land, and how it allows people to get into real estate quickly. She gives great tips for how to go about this and the strategies she recommends for first-time investors. It is all about being creative and using your money wisely. Don’t be intimidated, learn how to execute and manage the property before you buy.
Find out the factors Stephanie takes into consideration before she buys a property. She has a few steps she follows and she wants to share them with listeners! A lot of people want to know about investing out of market, and Stephanie has some words of wisdom.
To learn more about Stephanie and This Land, you can get ahold of her at Stephanie@ThisLandUS.com.
Greg Rand with Renters Warehouse is on the show to answer listeners’ questions and clarify any confusion with things going on in the market. One listener needs some help better understanding opportunity zones. Find out if Abhi and Greg think investors should be taking advantage of this.
Want to know about a market that Greg considers, “short-term pain, long-term gain?” We will give you a couple of hints: it’s on the east coast and has maintained an average of a 5.5% appreciation value over the past 20 years.
The next question comes from a listener in Minnesota who is a first-time investor and wants to know if now is a good time to invest with mortgage rates increasing. Greg says rates going up can only be used to your advantage, and he and Abhi agree there is only one time that you should not invest in real estate. Can you guess what that one time is?
Our final question comes from a listener in Orlando and he has been flipping houses and is interested in holding apartments instead. Tune in now to find out all of our questions and answers in this episode of the Power Play!
Jasmine Willois and Natasha Navarro, with The Note Assistance Program, are on air with Abhi to discuss note investing and how it can be beneficial for you. If you are confused about what notes are, we guarantee you that you are not alone. They will break it down for us so you can better understand what notes are, and the advantages they have over other types of investing.
If you purchase a note correctly, there are plenty of different exit strategies (10-15) and Natasha touches on a few for listeners. Natasha and Jasmine discuss their program and how they prefer to invest and what their overall goals are.
Like all things in real estate investing, you want to make sure you are doing the due diligence necessary before you purchase a note. Learn how much you should expect to invest, how long you need to wait before ROI and the difference between performing vs non-performing notes. Learn all of this, 2019 predictions and so much more on this episode of Think Realty Radio.
Text 855-541-6683 or live chat NoteAssistanceProgram.com today!
Noel Christopher, SVP of Corporate Development, is on air with Abhi to go over how things ended in 2018 and what to look for in 2019. Noel encourages listeners to steer clear of how the stock market is doing (lots of buzz in the news recently) and to focus on yourself and your business needs. Without taking a political stance, we are discussing how the government shutdown is impacting the real estate world.
If the federal rates are increasing, doesn’t that mean the mortgage rates are increasing? Not necessarily. Hear all of Noel’s predictions and thoughts on current mortgages, as well as mortgage applications. Understand your profile as an investor and learn what you need to do but don’t get blinded by the numbers.
Don’t cut corners in your real estate investment business. Understand what’s happening in your market and utilize each of your resources. Tune in now to find out the three things Noel looks for before entering a new market, and so much more!
Robert Mulcahy, with Angel Oak Prime Bridge, is on the show to discuss a multitude of things concerning borrowing and lending. Robert is an expert with years of experience and talks Abhi through how one would present themselves when asking to borrow. He provides research resources, educational resources and how you, too, can be an expert!
Like most all forms of real estate investment, it’s all about the networking and getting to know people who have the same interests, whether you like networking or not. He gives great advice for who to talk to and how you can get your foot in the door. Networking and having boots on the ground is the best thing you could do for yourself!
After Repair Value (ARV) is so important to understand in relation to investment property and Robert wants to explain just why. Don’t let it confuse you with all the abbreviations and different numbers, Robert is here to simplify things for us. Tune in now to hear everything he has to say.
To learn more about Robert and Angel Oak Prime Bridge visit AngelOakPrimeBridge.com today!
Pam Goodwin, Owner and Founder of Goodwin Commercial, is on air with Abhi to discuss commercial real estate and how people can make the switch from residential to commercial real estate. They touch on a few options for landlords, including med spas for doctors.
So how do you discover what your passion is in real estate? She gives an example of a client who is building assisted living homes for seniors. They get into the importance of video marketing and how it can be a little scary at first, but it is so important and necessary. It builds trust and authenticity between the landlord and potential client. Learn about the 2019 commercial real estate trends that Pam is seeing and stick around to hear about entertainment trends, like axe throwing.
In our final segment find out how to hire a broker, build the best team and get creative with financing along the way. Pam says she always says it’s easier to find the money than to find the deals, so get out there and get started!
To get in touch with Pam and learn more about commercial real estate investing, email her at Pam@PamGoodwin.com.
Greg Rand, Chief Strategy Officer of Renters Warehouse, is back with Abhi Golhar for another episode of the Power Play. Our listeners have asked and Greg and Abhi have the answers! The first listener wants to know how millenial home-buying is impacting investors perspectives on buying right now.
Our second listener is from Washington and is one-year post-college and has been saving to invest in a property. She wants to know how much she needs to save before she buys her first property and is looking for strategies to save more. Learn how much Greg thinks you need to put down when looking for a property. It might not be what you think!
Never rush to own a property when you are looking to buy. Greg advises you save as fast as you can so you can build toward a large down payment. Both Greg and Abhi agree that the way to build wealth is to buy and hold.
The final question comes from David from Ohio. He has done all of his research and is ready to pull the trigger, but he is hesitant because he has noticed the population has declined over the years. It concerns Greg, but listen to what he has to say to get his whole perspective.
Tune in to ThinkRealty.com/radio and check out all of our radio shows with guest experts from all over the country.
Ryan Harper, COO of Propelio, is on the show to discuss real estate comparables (comps), and so much more! Make sure the property you are researching is comparable to the other properties in the neighborhood — taking into consideration square feet, upgrades and bedrooms/bathrooms. There is plenty more when you are pulling comps, but you want to get as close as possible of “like to like.”
Learn about the geographic range when going over comps and looking at properties. Just by looking at a map and knowing the neighborhood you can find “dividers” such as major intersections, school districts, bodies of waters etc.
Aside from the geographical data and the comps, Ryan also urges listeners to look at other factors, like employment data; is your property in an area that just laid-off hundreds or thousands of people? Understand your numbers and do your due diligence. Tune in to find out all the “golden nuggets” Ryan has to offer.
To learn more about Ryan and his company, visit Propelio.com today and use the code PROPELIO for 20% off.
Renters Warehouse’s Kevin Ortner is on the air with Abhi for their weekly Friday conversation, and Kevin gives some much-needed insight and translation of what news outlets are showing regarding the housing market.
Appreciation is slowing, but Kevin argues it’s actually a good thing for the long-term. You can’t sustain double-digit housing price appreciation year-over-year without creating a problem in the end. Out of control growth in anything is bad, but slow, steady growth is sustainable. Kevin believes what’s happening is a simple market correction.
Kevin and Abhi agree that a key to successful investing is to be educated. That way, investors see and understand the data provided within articles—not just the headlines, which oftentimes can be sensational and misleading.
To learn more about Kevin Ortner and Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
Mike Jansta, with Auction.com, is on the show to discuss foreclosure sales with Abhi. His company focuses on two types of defaulted mortgage sales targeting real estate investors: bank-owned and foreclosures. Want to find out the difference between these two? Abhi and Mike and are shedding light on both deals.
What do you think of when you hear the words “Super Tuesday?” Elections, right? In the real estate world, these are monthly massive real estate auctions on the first Tuesday of each month. Mike focuses on Texas and all the counties that join at the footsteps of the courthouse to bid on these foreclosures. Find out how they prepare for the sales and where they find the properties.
Find out all about the technology that goes into foreclosure sales and how things are constantly improving. Florida and Ohio are leading the way so be sure to tune in and find out just what they are doing differently that other states aren’t!
As a first time investor, thinking about bidding at an auction might seem scary and overwhelming, but when you spend so much time researching and never being proactive, you aren’t investing! Mike urges first-time investors to go out and make a deal. He has plenty of pearls of wisdom he wants to share with you.
Visit Auction.com today and start making deals!
Joe Fairless, Co-Founder of Ashcroft Capital, is on the show to discuss multifamily investing and receiving the Multifamily Investor of the Year recognition. Find out what it means to him and how he feels about the honor. He was unable to accept it in person because his wife has a new baby, so be sure to hear about his excitement!
Learn from the pro and hear how he started out investing in multifamily rentals. If this is a path you are thinking about taking but you are uncertain of where to start, this will definitely be the show for you! Joe even gives great insight on the thought process for investing in single-family rentals versus multifamily rentals.
Attend local meetups and set goals for yourself — like connecting with a person. He has a great piece of advice for going to a meetup and how you should engage and connect with just one person. Confused why it should be just one? Joe’s unique point of view is what sets him apart and makes him a successful multifamily investor
We wrap-up the show discussing Joe’s recent book. Find out all about it and more when you tune into Think Realty Radio! To find out more about Joe’s success or to get in touch with him, email him at info@JoeFairless.com.
Greg Rand, Chief Strategy Officer of Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi and they get straight to business.
Abhi and Greg are kicking things off with a listener favorite — smart people saying dumb things about real estate. Earlier in the year, the concern was home prices were too high and affordability was low. Now, prices are leveling off and people are talking about the market plummeting. Greg warns listeners they should not lack in confidence when it comes to making moves to invest in the housing market.
They also get into the concept of “second cities.” Greg uses Nashville as an example and encourages listeners to look into the “next Nashville” if they are wanting to invest in a similar city. Tune-in to hear which city he recommends.
John Wiley, Former Brand Ambassador for Think Realty, is on the show to discuss the market and recent pieces of news that he is embracing when it comes to buying and holding. Flipping numbers are down and he has the insight into why that could be. It doesn’t necessarily indicate a crash, but it could be an opportunity for the long-term.
John explains where he invests and his personal interests where he likes to grow his portfolio. While he likes to buy properties in Kansas City, tune in to find out where his most recent purchase was, and why he decided to purchase his first property in a different state. Buy for the long-term, make smart decisions and if you don’t know where to start, that’s ok!
Abhi and John go into detail about the Think Realty Conference & Expo in Dallas in February. The keynote speaker is the Guinness Book of World Record holder for home sales in a single year, Ben Caballero, and his speech will leave you inspired.
Find out the 12 things you should give up if you want to be successful in real estate investment. We will start you out with number one: Give up on the “magic bullet.” If you want to know what that means and if you want to hear the remainder of the 12 things to give up, then tune in now and let’s turn this new year into new real estate goals!
To learn more about Think Realty Conference & Expo in Dallas and to get your tickets to the event in February, get them here!
Noel Christopher, SVP of RentersWarehouse.com is on the show to discuss the advantages of Single Family Rentals. He gives you his thoughts on what you need to succeed and urges you to lean on experts who understand what it takes to invest in SFR’s.
When you buy an investment property, you want to be certain you are approaching it correctly — as a long-term investment. Noel breaks it down for listeners and explains you should not be looking at it as just a cash-flow property.
Thinking about proper financing and creating a strategy can seem scary, but Noel and Abhi reassure listeners it is possible!
To learn more about Renters Warehouse and Noel Christopher, visit RentersWarehouse.com
Salvatore Buscemi, Founder of The Commercial Investor, is on the show to chat about an alternative to single-family and multifamily properties. He was the 2018 Think Realty Commercial Investor of the Year and he is here to talk about how you can create wealth through commercial real estate and how you can be a big fish in a smaller pond.
Start building your foundation of credibility today if you are looking to get started. It is possible for you to get in the game and Salvatore wants to give you some practical tips to get a step ahead of others — including raising capital when you are investing in commercial real estate. Finding investors and contacting others who are also interested in commercial real estate is so important.
To learn more about Salvatore Buscemi and his business, visit TheCommercialInvestor.com
Abhi closes the show with his favorite strategy for real estate investing — wholesaling. He takes you step-by-step on how you can make this a reality!
Lou Brown, Founder of Certified Affordable Housing, is on air to discuss creative ways to finance real estate properties. He has never gone to a bank to qualify for a loan and he wants to teach others his ways! He has a process that works and has been working for him for over 40 years, so there is a method to his madness!
Lou has 27 methods he uses (detailed presentation and all) and he takes us through a few of these. It all has to do with the paperwork and working with the lender. He never pays retail prices - always wholesale. The typical costs to sell become a profit for Lou and his business, all through a calculated approach and still allows the seller to come out on top.
We are getting into the basics so you understand your options and you have as many tools in your toolbelt as possible! We know this show is going to help you out and you don’t want to miss it! Tune in now!
To learn more about Lou and his business and to get started today, visit CertifiedAffordableHousingProvider.com
Greg Rand, Chief Strategy Officer of Renters Warehouse, is on air to answer your questions. Our first question is from Joel from Raleigh. He owns five single-family rentals and wants to know how he can continue to build his portfolio and eventually reach 40 single-family rentals over the next 30 years. Greg and Abhi offer insight and strategy for Joel and answer why this can be a good route instead of choosing multifamily rentals.
Our second listener question comes from Carl from Tulsa. There is lots of chatter about “knowing your market,” and he wants to know what exactly this means. Abhi and Greg break it down for Carl so that he understands just how he can “know” his market and the practical steps he can take to get started or continue moving forward with his real estate investment business.
If you think you are “too old” and waited too long to get in the real estate investment game, Greg has quite the response for you! The experience you have in life has allowed you to gain more confidence in real estate if it’s something you are interested in, then Greg says to go for it!
Visit ThinkRealty.com/radio to hear from more of our shows with our real estate investment experts.
Shawn Woedl, SVP of National Real Estate Insurance Group (NREIG), is on the show to discuss questions you should be asking when you are looking into insurance coverage. If you have been (or could be) impacted by hurricanes or wildfires, we get into property insurance rates. Be sure to check-in with your agent or policy holder to make sure you are updated and you have the correct coverage.
Are you branching out with your investments? We are discussing alternative opportunities for investment like Airbnb and cannabis. You read that correctly — cannabis. You want to be careful with liabilities and make sure you are covered.
When deciding on what property coverage to purchase, should I buy replacement cost coverage or is actual cash value sufficient? It all depends on the scenario, but Shawn has the inside scoop for which one you should pick and gives some helpful solutions. Also, premise liability coverage can be harmful without understanding what it covers, so tune in now to make sure you are fully covered!
Find out more about Shawn Woedl and the team at NREIG at www.NREIG.com
Noel Christopher, SVP of Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi to chat about creating wealth and building your real estate portfolio. If you are wondering if now is the time to buy, Noel says interest rates are low and it is the time to buy.
Noel has some great tips for figuring out your best investment. He says it is all about finding the right market, property and getting the best deals possible. Always consider the long-term approach — flipping isn’t bad, understanding your long-term goals is very important in order to continue building wealth.
Learn about Opportunity Zones and how they can have an impact on your real estate investment properties. It is a huge opportunity and should always be discussed with a financial advisor before making any big decisions. Find out more about Opportunity Zones in this educational and informative show.
Learn more about Renters Warehouse by visiting RentersWarehouse.com today!
Samuel Freshman, Chairman of Standard Management Company, takes us through his unique journey to real estate investment. He brings years of experience to the table and has insights into the news sources he trusts in the industry to help him formulate his strategies to evaluating deals.
Real Estate should be looked at as a microeconomy, not a macroeconomy. Abhi says it needs to be looked at street by street, not just city by city, and they are looking into population trends and income levels and Sam will tell you how he finds out this information. Again, it’s all about boots on the ground and doing your due diligence.
They go over success factors in evaluating a multi-family deal. Can you guess what some of these are? Tune in to find out!
To get in touch with Samuel visit StandardManagement.com today!
Harding Easley, with Yardi Matrix, is on the show to talk about all things real estate. He gets into the economy and gives his two cents for how things are going — he says they are keeping an eye on the yield curve and calls it a “sharp shooters” game. It’s all about knowing the decisions you need to make in a market before jumping in.
Abhi asks Harding to speculate a little on the economy and they bring up the “Black Swan” and what “could” happen in our economy. Harding and his team work on five different models for if and when a recession hits and he gives his prediction for what year that will take place.
Whether you are a new investor or current investor, they are unpacking complex concepts to help you better understand what can seem tricky and complicated.
To learn more about Yardi Matrix and to get in touch with Harding, email him at Harding.Easley@Yardi.com
Listener Question
Greg and Abhi start off this episode of Think Realty Radio by answering a question sent in by Carrie from Indianapolis. It’s an in-depth question regarding her method of real estate investing, which is to buy a fixer-upper, live in it, fix it up, then rent it out and move onto another property to do the same thing.
The problem she’s run into is that she’s having a hard time finding good tenants for her properties. Greg and Abhi dissect her plan and show her where some holes may be and how to plug them to make her method more sound.
Solutions offered by the two include heightening her marketing plan to find better tenants, paying specific attention to the neighborhoods in which she’s buying, and finding a property manager to take care of filling the property so she doesn’t have to.
Read the article Greg recently published on ThinkRealty.com, titled Two Indicators Investors Should Watch in 2019.
Ask Your Question!
If you have a question you’d like answered on-air, fill out the form on ThinkRealtyRadio.com for questions, or text ASK to 96270 and Abhi will try to answer them for you!
Paper: if invested in properly, can and will make you a lot of money! By paper, today, we’re talking about notes, and why you should consider adding them to diversify your portfolio.
About the Guests
Jasmine Willois and Natasha Navarro are two experts in the note portion of the real estate investment industry and join Abhi on Think Realty Radio to cover all aspects of notes, from performing to non-performing and more!
Jasmine is the President of the Note Assistance Program which aims to be the change they want to see in the industry. The program exists to assist entrepreneurs and accredited investors to be properly trained to buy notes from the bank.
Natasha started with the Note Assistance Program three years ago after a decorated career in real estate investing and has risen to an executive role at the company.
What is a Note, Exactly?
A note is simply the paperwork a homebuyer fills out when they are approved for a loan. That paperwork is sold by the bank to a person who has chosen to invest in notes, who then collects the monthly mortgage payments from the homebuyer.
It’s akin to collecting rent, except easier — the note-buyer doesn’t have to deal with tenants, toilets, or trash. In Natasha’s words, you become a “leanlord” rather than a landlord, meaning you get the money deposited into your account without the headaches.
Other topics included in this episode include Jasmine and Natasha’s views on the current market patterns, Dodd Frank, and more.
Learn more about investing in notes and Jasmine and Natasha at NoteAssistanceProgram.com!
Good friend of the show and CEO of Renters Warehouse Kevin Ortner returns for his regular spot on Think Realty Radio. Renters Warehouse has grown from a local, small Mom ‘n Pop property manager in Minneapolis to become America’s largest third-party property manager of single-family homes.
The Total Solution
Renters Warehouse has just announced that they’ve merged with Greg Rand’s Own America, and Abhi and Kevin talk about the behind-the-scenes aspects of that decision. Among the most important aspects of the merger is the ability to make it easier for REIs to buy and conduct business on a platform which — until now — wasn’t available to investors.
The good thing about this merger for the investor, especially those who are just getting involved in the industry, is that with Renters Warehouse and OwnAmerica teamed up, they’ll be able to provide educational resources, analytical tools, and properties to shop around for, all online.
The two also talk about successful investment strategies and their views on the housing market today.
Learn more in this Think Realty article regarding the acquisition: Renters Warehouse Acquires OwnAmerica, Creating ‘Total Solution’ for Real Estate Investors.
About Dwan
Dwan Bent-Twyford is today’s featured guest on Think Realty Radio with Abhi Golhar. Dwan became a real estate entrepreneur in her 30’s when she made a decision to work for herself so she could stay at home rather than put her newly born daughter into daycare. She wound up rehabbing and decorating homes for sale, and from those humble beginnings bloomed a successful and lucrative REI career.
Dwan’s first deal netted $22,000. Abhi asks her to break down how that worked out and what made it so successful, and she describes all the details for those looking to triumph over their first deal. Other topics touched upon include the current state of the housing market, qualities real estate investors should exhibit, along with the strategy of using short sales.
What are Short Sales?
In the early years of her career, Dwan discovered and trademarked the strategy of using short sales. Different than rehabbing and flipping, short sales are essentially getting the bank to take less than what’s owed against the house. Often times this can be done with a simple phone call to the bank.
Listen to the episode to learn everything Dwan — inventor of the short sale — has to share, and learn more by visiting her website Dwanderful.com!
Doug Duncan is the Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at Fannie Mae and has access to millions and millions of market data points. This allows him to know exactly where we’re heading in the market today.
About Doug
Doug grew up on a dairy farm, which he feels gave him a particularly helpful point of view when applied to real estate investing. He uses that mindframe within the topics covered on today’s episode of Think Realty Radio, which include millennials and the trends associated with their chosen ways of life.
Doug’s Data Points
63-65 percent of Americans are and will become homeowners. This means 35-37 percent are and will stay renters. There are millions of single-family rentals, and that’s a number investors who are naturally geared toward single- or multi-family rental properties shouldn’t fear will ever leave.
According to Doug, there are three kinds of renters:
Those who simply don’t want to own.
Renters constrained by income.
People who are forced to rent due to a life-changing event.
All this information and more are included in this information-packed episode of Think Realty Radio.
Read more about Doug Duncan in this Think Realty article about him and his philosophies: Powerful Data Produces Good Business.
Weekly guest on the show Greg Rand is back this Tuesday for another hard-hitting episode of The Power Play. Greg is the CEO of OwnAmerica and lives, eats, and breathes real estate investing.
Correct: It’s Just a Correction
In this episode, Greg and Abhi begin by discussing a clip of Greg on Fox News in which he talks about the current shift in the housing market. He reiterates that the market is experiencing a correction — not another crash as many media channels may have you believe.
House prices have gone too high, and buyers have reached the point where they won’t pay past a certain point. So of course, at some point, buyers simply have to wait until prices become affordable again. It’s helpful to look at the market as a simple negotiation at scale, as Greg puts it.
How do you deal with this? Develop a strategy, which the dynamic duo talk about in the show’s second segment.
Greg details all this in easily digestible terms for Think Realty Radio listeners. Learn more from Greg at OwnAmerica.com, or check out his book Crash Boom!: Make a Fortune in Today's Volatile Real Estate Market.
Robert Mulcahy is the Senior Vice President of Angel Oak Prime Bridge. He joins Abhi on Think Realty Radio to share his knowledge on everything related to real estate investing. Angel Oak Prime Bridge conducts mortgage-related business, and Mulcahy shares his market adeptness on the current state of real estate from the point of view of an experienced lender.
Finding the Next Opportunity
Mulcahy details the easily fixable mistakes he sees investors (both new and experienced) make, which include not having enough capital and the importance of pausing and analyzing the market to see what adjustments need to be made.
They further discuss the fluctuating profits flippers may be experiencing and the economic factors involved in that. Finding the opportunity that fits your needs isn’t easy and requires patience, but it is out there.
Visit AOPBConnect.com learn more and to get started today!
America’s largest third party property management company — Renters Warehouse — hops back on the phone with Abhi for their weekly segment on Think Realty Radio. Kevin Ortner is the CEO of Renters Warehouse and he loves helping motivated real estate investors do what they enjoy with success.
Abhi wants investors to understand that cutting corners in this industry and achieving success don’t pair well. In his words, there are three important steps that are easy to remember — but require a dedicated investor to follow through. These steps are:
A - Understand (do your homework)
B - Absorb the information
C - Do something about it
The Silver Tsunami
Abhi and Kevin touch on eye-opening topics including “The Silver Tsunami.” The Silver Tsunami refers to what’s to occur in the retirement space for baby boomers. 10,000 baby boomers retire every day, but only 26% are financially prepared. Many pundits consider this a crisis. What does this mean for America’s real estate market? Tune in to get the professional opinions of these two REI professionals.
They drop some staggering statistics about the possible outlooks for the near future regarding the Silver Tsunami, retirement, and how the younger generation needs to prepare.
Learn more about RentersWarehouse.com!
Bill Twyford, Owner at The Investment Edge University, joins the show to discuss how to talk to homeowners who are behind on their property payments. Find the deals that nobody else wants to work and find the edge on every purchase. Bill goes after properties that are months behind on their payments and has some advice for how he talks to these prospects.
Having a set script when you are doing a deal can make a difference between $50,000/year and $100,000/year according to Bill. Learn what to say and how you can better understand and read your prospective sellers.
Bill provides sample scripts he wants to share, but first, get out of the mindset of, “I need to get a deal closed.” This mindset is transparent and the homeowner will see that you only want the money — shift your focus toward what is best for the homeowner. Provide options for the homeowners and you will prove that you are putting their needs first.
Tune in to find out more on how you can buy through using scripts. Visit InvestorsEdgeUniversity.com to get more information on closing deals today.
Sean Miller, President of PointCentral, joins the show to discuss home automation and why it is so relevant and necessary to ramp-up your real estate investment business. Sean breaks down the technology terms for listeners and differentiates between hardware and software so you can better understand and familiarize yourself home automation.
Want to know the difference between home automation in single family rentals and multifamily rentals? It can be so beneficial for multifamily properties and save on operations for both occupied and vacant properties. Teaching tenants how to properly use the automation is important so they know they are in control and secure.
So how much should you expect to spend on the hardware, installation and recurring services? Sean explains the “hot ticket” items he is seeing in homes and how they really benefit your investment. Tune in and find out mistakes other investors are making with hardware and software and spare yourself those same mistakes.
Visit PointCentral.com today to learn more about home automation.
Greg Rand, CEO of OwnAmerica, is on the show and opens it with discussing the recent news of Renters Warehouse acquiring OwnAmerica, which now makes Renters Warehouse America’s largest full-service real estate investment company.
A listener wants to know what the deal is with flipping properties. Is it a bad idea? While Greg has never been interested in flipping, he says flipping should be used as a tactical approach to create equity along the way. He gives a few pointers for how it can benefit you so that you are being smart (and ethical) each step of the way.
Another listener wants to know how the BRRRR (Buy, Renovate, Rent-Out, Refinance and Repeat) strategy helps you pull money out when you are refinancing. Greg simplifies it for listeners so that you can start building that portfolio!
Be sure to read the full article on OwnAmerica and Renters Warehouse at ThinkRealty.com.
Don Fowler, Chief Business Development Officer of RealeFlow, is on air with Abhi to go over some amazing tools RealeFlow has for obtaining leads in real estate, gathering data and plenty more valuable resources to help you succeed.
With over 100,000 users, RealeFlow has come a long way. With their new platform, new investors are able to view first-hand rehab projects, exactly what tools and resources were used and how much you can expect to pay. Another new tool that is offered is a buyers list so you can find the exact person who matches your criteria for your property. All information is confidential, but find out how this creative tool can benefit you!
All of these resources and tools help you work on your business instead of working in your business. Consider all the moving parts that go into your business and be sure to check out RFleads.com to continue focusing on your growth.
Kevin Ortner, CEO of Renters Warehouse, is on air with Abhi and they discuss single-family rentals and some of the mistakes first year investors are making and how you can scale your business.
During the second segment of the show, Abhi and Kevin get into the numbers of how much people are saving for retirement. They want everyone to be able to have enough invested so that by the time they retire they can enjoy the earnings from their years of hard work. It all comes back to financial education and people understanding their options for savings and investing.
Kevin shares his thoughts on student debt in America and goes into detail about the ROI. A heated topic for sure, but do the calculations make sense? Find out what Kevin has to say.
Earlier this year, Amazon announced it would pick one city for its new headquarters, and now they are looking at two new cities. Find out what these cities are and how it impacts real estate investing.
Find out more about Renters Warehouse and Kevin Ortner at RentersWarehouse.com.
Garrett Sutton, Founder at Corporate Direct, Inc., is on the show to discuss protecting yourself and your real estate investments. It is all about knowing your options and taking the proper steps. Learn how you can create a corporation or LLC so that you can keep your personal and business assets separate.
There are important documents and operating agreements you need to know about so that you don’t make a mistake that will change the structure of your company. With popular and easily accessible websites that claim to create legal documents, it might seem tempting to succumb to those operating agreements and think you are protected — learn how you can obtain legal documents the correct way.
Learn about the tax benefits that come with creating an LLC or a corporation. With plenty of options to choose from, this is a show you don’t want to miss! Tune in to find out all about LLC’s and how to keep your assets protected.
To learn more about Garrett and to get started with his team today, visit CorporateDirect.com.
Tom Olson, President of Good Success, joins Abhi to discuss the current real estate environment. He talks about his thoughts on Zillow’s predictions of the 2020 real estate market crash and also how to protect yourself in the event of a market downturn.
Gary, IN is the city to watch and Tom wants to tell you why — and he also wants to share what Gary is not. Learn about interest rates and what kind of homes are being affected the most and what kind of return people can expect on a single family rental in Gary.
In the third segment, Tom and Abhi discuss how you can get involved in your community as a real estate investor and how you can rebuild your community through the Community Go-Giver Event.
If you want to learn more about Tom Olson’s businesses visit GoodSuccess.com,CommunityGoGiver.com or email Tom at Tolson@goodsuccess.com
You can buy one house. You can buy two houses, three, four, and five. Greg Rand wants you to be able to do that, and start a pattern for multi-generational wealth. You just need to know how to do it!
Today’s episode revolves around smart people saying dumb things. This includes many media outlets and websites purveying sensational—but misleading—information. But here’s the thing: a lot of the time, the truth is bent negatively in order to attract higher readership.
So what do you, the investor, do? You probably already know the answer—it’s to stay educated! According to Greg, to be successful, you have to "Learn it for yourself."
In the second half of the episode, Greg and Abhi address three questions from listeners like you.
Get all the information you can handle in today’s episode with Abhi and Greg, and get even more at OwnAmerica.com.
Derek Gales, Lead Specialist with RealeFlow, is on the show with Abhi to have a conversation about keeping things digital and generating the best leads in real estate. Derek walks you through the different lead types, like absentee owners — people who have been sitting on a property for a certain length of time.
With competition being at an all-time high, the team at RealeFlow is keeping their clients happy and profitable and always using the best online platforms to ensure they are getting the best results. Derek discusses how Facebook Messenger Campaigns are the best way to start a campaign.
Learn all about digital marketing, SEO and SEM and the difference between these and why they are important for you real estate investment business.
Learn more about Derek and all his team does at RealeFlow.com.
Noel Christopher, SVP of Renters Warehouse, is on the show to give some helpful tips and advice for current and new investors. One of the biggest mistakes he sees is people falling in love with the deal and neglecting the due diligence.
Abhi and Noel have a discussion about “winning the money game” and how to set yourself up to “win” financially and to take action. Understand your options and find out how you can start building your real estate portfolio today! Stop worrying about what market you are going to buy in, and find out what kind of investor you want to be.
Noel discusses the risks that you face as an investor in this market, and reinforces the fact that you need to know your strategy. Learn the difference between a short-term strategy and a long-term strategy when you tune in now!
To learn more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
Sean Miller, President of PointCentral, joins Abhi to discuss home and property automation. Property automation drives operational efficiency for the property manager, asset protection for the owner and asset enhancement for the resident. Learn why it exists and how it can benefit your rental or flipping business.
Abhi and Sean discuss why it is much more than a trend, but a lifestyle expectation. You will want to tune it to find out which home automation technologies people are beginning to expect to have in their homes.
So what does this mean for extra money coming out of your pocket? Find out how you can save thousands of dollars if you are ever faced in a worst-case scenario with water leaks, frozen pipes and more. Now that we are approaching much colder months, it’s a good idea to start thinking about protecting your assets.
Go to PointCentral.com and click the free demo button.
Robert Mulcahy, with Angel Oak Prime Bridge, is back on the show to discuss borrowing money. Abhi wants to know how much of your personal finances you should put toward your investment and Robert has the answer for listeners, including what lenders are looking for in a borrower.
Robert gets into the highest and best use of a property. Understanding the needs of the community and what is going to get the best use is a part of the process when lenders are looking for borrowers. Analyzing your return on investment is critical to your success.
Lenders stick to the facts and like borrowers who are motivated, organized and disciplined. He runs through a checklist of what individuals need prior to borrowing a loan.
For more information on Angel Oak Prime Bridge and getting started with them today, visit AOPBConnect.com.
CEO of OwnAmerica and recurring guest of the show, Greg Rand jumps on the telephone line with Abhi today to discuss a couple interesting happenings within the world of REI in another episode of the Power Play.
In the news recently, Amazon’s new headquarters search has impacted and will continue to impact real estate markets in a couple of American cities. Abhi and Greg point out some additional not-so-obvious indicators from big corporations that may signify a certain market is a solid investment.
Another topic of discussion is last mile infrastructure. Last mile infrastructure refers to the “last mile before your front door” in terms of the things someone orders online. A new offering in the world of shipping is bringing an item to your house within a day or even a couple hours after ordering, and Greg believes soon enough, this window will narrow down to 20 minutes. How does this affect a market’s value? Listen to find out!
Following these topics of conversation, the duo also answers questions from listeners across the country.
Learn more about Greg Rand and OwnAmerica at OwnAmerica.com!
Kevin Shortle, from ProSpeak Productions LLC, joins the show to add a little diversity to your real estate portfolio and how you can buy and sell notes. Abhi and Kevin discuss the type of person who should be investing in notes. Kevin says it is becoming a mainstream investment and he thinks all investors should be investing in notes.
It is all about looking at the advantages and learning more about the advanced techniques to buying and selling and creating a passive portfolio. Depending on the type of capital you want to invest, Kevin gives his top pieces of advice that you don’t want to miss!
Visit KevinShortle.com and sign up for Kevin's mailing list.
Noel Christopher, SVP of Renters Warehouse, and Abhi take a break from their weekly segment of real estate news talk. Instead, they discuss leveraging private money lenders, finding reliable industry experts, and more!
Building Lender Rapport
Finding and establishing a relationship with a local lender is key to scaling your REI portfolio from 2-4 properties to 25-40. And with more nontraditional forms of lending now available for investors, it’s easier to pick and choose the right type of lender for your specific REI needs.
Asset Protection
Single and multi-family property owners are ripe for liability. So, it’s important to find experts you can trust and lean on for expertise, like a real estate attorney, when you’re structuring your LLC or insurance policy.
Rookie SFR Investor Mistakes
You’re never going to grow your portfolio if you can’t take care of the properties you have. Having reserve funds for maintenance and unforeseen issues should be the top priority for new investors looking to grow their business.
To learn more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
Mike Jansta, SVP of marketing at Auction.com, is on the show with Abhi to break down the process regarding bank-owned properties and the pre-auction process and bidding. There are steps to take prior to any of the bidding, and Mike wants to be certain you are performing your due diligence on the property. This includes at least driving by the property to see what you are going to be bidding on.
Getting your finances in order and having your funds in place prior to bidding is an extremely important step that you don’t want to miss prior to bidding. Learn all about what you need to know when you actually begin to bid.
In the third segment of the show, Mike transitions into post-auction bidding and what the process is like with the bank. There are always different requirements for each property, but Mike simplifies it for listeners so they fully understand what they are in investing in before they bid on the property.
To learn more about Mike Jansta and Auction.com, email Mike at michaelj@auction.com.
With over 100 properties across the U.S., Clint Coons, founding partner at Anderson Advisors, knows the key to creating and sustaining long-term real estate wealth is through asset protection. Host Abhi Golhar chats proper investment strategies, policies, taxes, and more with guest Clint Coons.
Common Asset Protection Mistakes
You don't need to own property to be sued. That's why the #1 misstep many real estate investors make when protecting their properties is thinking that asset protection comes after the investment. The golden REI rule: protection before property.
Steps to Protect Your Properties
Treat your asset protection as part of the business itself. Coons suggests thinking about it like a three-legged stool: you have the asset protection leg, the tax leg, and the business growth leg. Giving equal importance to each "leg" is vital to rapid, scalable REI growth.
Clint is also a Think Realty Coach! Learn how to build long-term wealth by protecting your real estate assets with Clint's educational courses here.
Greg Rand, CEO of Own America, is on the show to discuss steps all successful property owners take to ensure they are making the most of their business. This includes making time for the tenant and treating them like a client and giving them the best customer service.
Greg and Abhi are also answering listeners questions on real estate. One question is from a 40-year old couple who want to get started investing and are curious if it’s too late. Think you know Greg’s answer to this? Tune in to find out his response!
Another listener has a list of real estate goals for 2019 and wants to see how Greg would advise her to reach her goals. Greg and Abhi get down to business and really help out this listener from Indiana!
Ken Lacy, Veterans Path Up, is on the show to discuss his work with United States veterans and affordable housing. Ken is a Navy Veteran himself and talks about how he got his start with helping veterans and all his company does to help veterans.
Ken and Abhi have a good conversation about donating a home for affordable housing and it can be used as a tax write-off. With rising property taxes and fixed income, it can be difficult for veterans to afford housing and this is why Veterans Path Up has been so beneficial. While this is a problem for individuals across the board, both veterans and non-veterans, Ken believes the key for long-term success and maintaining a standard of living all comes down to financial literacy.
Be sure to tune in and hear all about Ken and the amazing things he has accomplished, as well as a favorite success story.
To learn more about Veterans Path Up, email Ken at Ken@VeteransPathUp.org.
Kevin takes this episode to discuss macroeconomic trends that, when paid attention to, can provide valuable insight in the market. Macroeconomic issues covered include statistics such as the unemployment rate, types of jobs available, and data on population growth and shrinkage.
Abhi and Kevin then discuss which tools a real estate investor can use to track these trends. One of these tools is the Case-Shiller Index, or as Kevin refers to it, “The Gold Standard.”
Stay up to date on all the latest news and trends at ThinkRealty.com. Then scroll down to the bottom of the page to sign up for the weekly newsletter—it’s free!
The Power Play:
Greg and Abhi get into the topic of affordability in today’s market. Greg rails against the idea that loan standards should be lowered to allow people to buy homes with “fake buying power.” Instead, he believes the housing market will correct itself on its own when no one buys the overpriced homes, forcing sellers to lower the price. According to Greg, if loan standards were to be lowered again, it would be a “Groundhog Day of stupidity.”
Sean Miller with Point Central is on air to educate and inform you on why home automation can be the best tool for you! He and Abhi discuss how you can use it differently for multi family residences and single family homes. Time really is money. Learn all about the hardware that is necessary, the cost and most importantly, the ROI for you as an investor.
Learn more about Sean Miller and his business and visit PointCentral.com.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi are back to talk about government intervention in the housing market. Greg draws your attention to three important things when you purchase real estate in the US and how the government’s involvement is important.
Robert Mulcahy, SVP of Angel Oak Prime Bridge, joins the show and has a lot of information to share with listeners. He starts off the show with explaining why all investors should be realistic with the money they have in reserves. Robert understands how to evaluate borrowers but he also understands how to understand the market.
They get into the economic factors and how they are impacting the market so that you don’t take a financial loss in the long-run. Find the right individuals to surround yourself with so that during your first real estate deals you are setting yourself up for success.
Learn more about how Angel Oak Prime Bridge and all they are doing to put the needs of each individual above all else. If you want to know what lenders are looking for in investors, be sure to tune in now!
Learn more about Angel Oak Prime Bridge and how you can get started working with their experts today at AOPBCONNECT.COM.
Greg Rand, CEO of Own America, joins the show for another edition of the Power Play. He gets into hot topics like opportunity zones and how you can use capital gains and put it into these “opportunity zones” to defer the capital gain tax. These zones are still undetermined, but Greg has a lot of realistic advice and insight for how you can benefit from it.
Abhi and Greg answer listeners questions, including a question one listener has on the struggles of finding the “deals.” They both focus on the “where” to buy instead of the “what” the property has (i.e. one bedroom vs. two bedroom).
Another listener wants to know about partnering on a deal for funding purposes. Greg has great advice on approaching this opportunity and how to split the costs and go about it the right way.
Marc Cunningham, with Grace Property Management, joins Abhi and he brings a wealth of knowledge to the table about long-term investing and how we should be looking at our investment as “centuries long.” Abhi wants to know about being “over-leveraged” and how it can have a negative impact on your investments. Marc gives his personal philosophy on borrowing and how he handles paying off his investment properties and what he has learned over the years.
If you have been thinking about hiring a property management company, Marc has the ins and outs for you. It might not be for everyone but he wants to break down the costs and explains the benefits of hiring one. He gives important advice for those interested in hiring a property management company and you don’t want to miss what he has to say!
To learn more about Marc and Grace Property Management visit RentGrace.com.
Renters Warehouse’s Kevin Ortner is on the air with Abhi for their weekly Friday conversation, and Kevin gives some much-needed insight and translation of what news outlets are showing regarding the housing market.
Appreciation is slowing, but Kevin argues it’s actually a good thing for the long-term. You can’t sustain double-digit housing price appreciation year-over-year without creating a problem in the end. Out of control growth in anything is bad, but slow, steady growth is sustainable. Kevin believes what’s happening is a simple market correction.
Kevin and Abhi agree that a key to successful investing is to be educated. That way, investors see and understand the data provided within articles—not just the headlines, which oftentimes can be sensational and misleading.
To learn more about Kevin Ortner and Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
Bill Mencarow started investing in real estate notes in the early 1980s. Notes are perfect for people who don’t want to deal with tenants and/or the act of landlording, but still seek the passive income real estate has to offer.
Real estate notes, as Bill puts it, are a way of acquiring cash flow without having to deal with tenants. Note investing goes back thousands of years. In our present context, Bill is referring to privately-held real estate notes—not bank-owned notes. In its most basic sense, if you own a note, you become that bank. Rather than the buyer paying a monthly mortgage to the bank, they pay you—the note-holder. And, like a bank, you get an interest rate on top.
Bill and Abhi also discuss the thought process behind investing in notes, how many notes exist today, and where to buy/sell them.
Contact Bill using the Contact Us form at PaperSourceOnline.com, or meet at one of their events!
Founder of the AllStarHomeGroup.com and InvestorDeals.com, Cathy Crowe has spent nearly four decades playing a role in real estate deals. She’s well-known as an investor, speaker, and mentor in both in Dallas, Texas and nationwide.
While she used to be a realtor, Cathy now deals exclusively with investors. Cathy stresses the importance of effective communication amongst investors who don’t really know what they want.
This is why she created FindMeAHouseDeal.com—a website Cathy made for real estate investors to ask questions and get quick answers. Essentially Cathy nails home the point that education is key. If you don’t know what you want as an investor (such as the types of property you’re attracted to), or how to do each step of the investment process, it’s imperative that you seek and follow through with REI training.
Abhi and Cathy also talk about the current state of the Lone Star State’s market, and what it holds for the future.
Visit any of the above-mentioned websites to learn more or to get in touch with Cathy!
Owner and CEO of OwnAmerica Greg Rand is back for this week’s edition of the Power Play. Greg pays close attention to trends and statistics, and in doing so, is able to turn his analyzations into lucrative and successful real estate investments.
Greg and Abhi get into what will happen in the market in the next year, the next ten years, and “how the pros do it”—aka responsible rent collection and management.
They focus on Atlanta in particular, a place quickly becoming known amongst investors as the Mega Market. Is it overheated? Is it too late to invest there?
Greg and Abhi answer these questions, then take questions from listeners regarding rising mortgage rates, strategy, and the best steps for beginners.
Hear more from Greg at OwnAmerica.com.
One of the toughest aspects of the real estate investing profession is finding enough quality leads—this translates to good deals from motivated sellers, which at the end of the day pay off in your favor.
Today’s guest is the Founder and CEO of Realeflow, Greg Clement. Realeflow is a web-based REI aid designed for investors to have everything they need to manage a successful real estate investing business. With over 150,000 members, Realeflow is utilized by investors who want to do more than make ends meet—they want to firmly mark their footprint in the REI industry.
Greg talks about the benefits of entrusting a business like Realeflow, like generating leads, and discusses some of the most exciting stories from his career in real estate.
Greg and Abhi continue to discuss their takes on the atmosphere of today’s market, where they believe people ought to be investing, and what strategy adjustments may need to be made in order to fit current market trends.
Learn more about Realeflow at Realeflow.com, and see the discounts available to Think Realty members from Realeflow at ThinkRealty.com/realeflow.
Noel Christopher, SVP of Renters Warehouse, joins the show for another segment of real estate news. He and Abhi discuss some scary statistics they are seeing with people who are not interested in buying a home.
With high numbers for both debt and equity, there are plenty of opportunities to invest in real estate. There are so many misconceptions about building wealth through real estate and while it is near impossible to invest in some markets, Noel recommends educating yourself and looking into other markets.
Just after the recession, single family investors came in and started investing in rental properties and it is now a $3.1 trillion asset class. Noel and Abhi talk about what they are seeing in single family rentals and how the industry is booming. Learn how to leverage opportunities to build your wealth today.
To learn more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
Carole Ellis, Editor in Chief of Think Realty Magazine, is on the show to discuss policy and legislation and how it will affect real estate investors. Carole and Abhi talk about three factors that were being watched during the midterm elections including zero-net energy in new home constructions, rent control and tariffs.
They get into market studies and pick apart Grand Rapids, Michigan. It has been getting a lot of praise lately and Carole has insight for why that is. Investors have been chatting about Grand Rapids for years and Carole breaks down the data behind the “lists” that have made Grand Rapids a popular market.
To follow along be sure to pick up the November issue of Think Realty Magazine at Barnes and Noble or visit ThinkRealty.com.
George Koo, with Clearmark Partners LLC, is on the show with Abhi to discuss technology in the real estate market. He gives insight on how to keep you “unattached” to the market trends so that you are not getting your emotions involved when investing in real estate.
There will always be the “fear of missing out” with the latest trends to create capital, but George urges listeners to remain diligent with research, avoid impulsive decisions and to stay objective. It is all about understanding your investment personality and how you can best utilize technology in the market. Abhi says it perfectly — invest well so you can finish well.
They get into the Amazon Effect and how it is permeating around the world and affecting physical locations as well as online retailers. George gives his opinions on how commercial real estate will have to change to keep up with the evolving world.
In the final segment of the show, Abhi and George get into AI and the latest technology that is used, like smart homes. They also touch on blockchain and cryptocurrency and its impact on real estate investment.
Learn more about George Koo by picking up Think Realty Magazine’s November issue, located in Barnes and Noble or at ThinkRealty.com.
Understand buyer and seller behavior with Greg Rand, CEO of Own America. Greg gives an update on the market — a fairly extreme market to an even market. It has been a pendulum for so long, but Greg discusses the need for equilibrium in the market. The economy is strong and Greg reassures investors that it is still a good time to buy and invest in real estate.
Abhi brings up Alabama and why he is looking at investing in properties in the state. The quality of life and cost of living makes it a great location with some prime cities for investing — Montgomery, Birmingham and Huntsville. Learn more about other factors they take into consideration for why Alabama is a hot market.
Have you ever thought about retail trends and if they have an impact on real estate? Hint: they do. Abhi and Greg go into detail about how this could impact certain markets.
In the final segment of the show we’re discussing millennials investing in real estate.
Be sure to find all the resources you need to get started on your real estate investment journey at ThinkRealty.com. ?
Ray Sturm, with Alphaflow, helped launch the real estate crowdfunding industry and he gives his expertise on the topic. He joins Abhi and discusses how the industry has changed over the years, and how his company has evolved to better assist real estate investors.
Data-driven underwriting isn’t so complicated and Ray explains data points and how they analyze each loan that is under review. Learn what the different data points can tell you about a specific deal and get to know more about the thresholds.
Ray takes us through the different zip codes across the country and talks about why he and his team like secondary markets. He talks about his favorite zip codes to invest in and how to know when there is a good opportunity in any given zip code. Default rates are rising in the hot markets, but stay disciplined and look to local lenders in secondary and tertiary markets who maintain lower default rates.
To learn more about Ray Strum and AlphaFlow, send an email to invest@alphaflow.com.
Noel Christopher, SVP of Renters Warehouse, is back on the show this week to go over recent real estate market news. They are picking apart hot topics like raising rent, car and student loans, and other various factors to take into consideration when investing.
Abhi brings up a topic he loves discussing — days on market. He wants to be sure you look at how long a property has been for sale. Other news topics they discuss are build-to-rent investments — building new homes with the sole purpose to rent them — not only for single-family homes, but developments that offer options much like an apartment complex.
Find out which city in the US is considered the most “undervalued.” It might surprise you and Abhi and Noel give their opinion on this market. They are also looking at four markets that are ripe for a “gut job.”
Find the news articles they reference and all of the latest real estate news at ThinkRealty.com.
To learn more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse services, visit RentersWarehouse.com
Lukas Krause, CEO of Real Property Management, is on the show to discuss the changing factors in the real estate market and how you can benefit from and capitalize on the current factors. Home values and interest rates have increased, and with a lack of inventory it is an interesting time to be thinking about real estate. Lukas gives us insight on what he foresees.
He talks about hot markets and markets that he sees straining, so be sure to find out which ones he thinks you should keep your eye on right now. Abhi asks Lukas about property management companies and how investors should go about hiring a company.
To learn more about Lukas and how his company can visit you visit RealPropertyMgt.com.
In the final segment of the show, Abhi takes the time to discuss the strategies he uses during his real estate investment journey. Learn how passive income can be the way toward financial success and freedom for your future.
Abhi welcomes Bruce Norris from The Norris Group on the show and he explains why he thinks education in the real estate world is so important. He describes the characteristics of successful investors and the journey real estate investors take to reach success — including the path for new investors and experienced investors.
Bruce is well-known for his ability to predict the California market and he makes his predictions based on the current trends. He urges listeners to consider the future of each market where they choose to invest.
To learn more about Bruce Norris and The Norris Group be sure to visit TheNorrisGroup.com.
Abhi shares some pearls of wisdom on the three different “buckets” where he stashes his cash — emergency, security and growth. He explains how he allocates for each bucket. If you are wondering how you can properly put money away, you don’t want to miss this!
Greg Rand and Abhi Golhar are ready to spend a full hour together with each other and their listeners! This episode is jam packed with real estate investment information. Take a peek into where they see the market in 10 years and get the inside scoop on evolving services, team players and options.
They discuss strategy for purchasing real estate properties and how it can benefit the investor, including extra cash flow, college tuition and other financial goals. With the end of the year quickly approaching, is the Atlanta market overheated? What’s the plan for 2019?
The final segment of the show they are answering a listener’s question about interest rates.
Find out what Greg and Abhi have to say! Learn more about these two and visit ThinkRealty.com for all your real estate investment needs.
Charles Sells, with Platinum Investment Properties, joins the show to discuss a wide variety of topics such as tax deed strategies and how to find and capitalize on properties. Eddie gives a shocking statistic about last year’s first-time house flippers and wants listeners to know there are resources like Platinum Investment Properties to help you stay on track so you aren’t losing money on your investment.
Everyone always wants to know if there is a recession, and Charles is here to give his honest opinion. If there is a bubble or a recession, Charles and his team are prepared to protect their investors. He has tips for first-time investors as they listen to this show.
Connect with Charles Sells and email him at charles@pipgroup.com or visit their website at PIPGroup.com.
For the last few minutes of the show, Eddie talks about what it takes to invest in real estate and the benefits.
Noel Christopher, SVP of RentersWarehouse.com is on the show to discuss the advantages of Single Family Rentals. He gives you his thoughts on what you need to succeed and urges you to lean on experts who understand what it takes to invest in SFR’s.
When you buy an investment property, you want to be certain you are approaching it correctly — as a long-term investment. Noel breaks it down for listeners and explains you should not be looking at it as just a cash-flow property.
Thinking about proper financing and creating a strategy can seem scary, but Noel and Abhi reassure listeners it is possible!
To learn more about Renters Warehouse and Noel Christopher, visit RentersWarehouse.com
Tom Olson, with the Olson Group, is on the show with Abhi to discuss single-family investing. He talks listeners through getting started and gives great tips for getting boots on the ground and doing research before owning a rental. It is all about finding the deals and Tom even touches on what not to do.
Tom’s offers his honest story and perspective on how he began investing in Gary, IN and includes his accomplishments and goals. He gives insight on how he plans to accomplish his goals and gives advice to listeners who are interested in making an impact in a local community.
To learn more about Tom and the Olson Group visit goodsuccess.com
Later on in the segment, Abhi discusses how real estate agents can become real estate investors.
Vena Jones-Cox with regoddess.com is on the show to discuss real estate investment strategy and wholesaling. Know the mindset you have with being an investor, and figure out how to build your team. She and Abhi talk about how wholesale investing can fit into the overall picture of your real estate investment journey. She offers a good piece of advice for investors interested in wholesaling and explains why it is not considered passive income.
To learn more about Vena and her business, be sure to visit regoddess.com.
Abhi has a few words of wisdom when it comes to social media best practices in the REI game. With all the different social media platforms, Abhi breaks it down for the listeners and explains how he uses each of them for his brand.
Our listeners asked and we listened! Abhi and Greg are making big moves with The Power Play and instead of ten minutes a day, they have created a full segment airing every Tuesday, dedicated to insightful and thought-provoking discussion.
Abhi and Greg are kicking things off with a listener favorite — smart people saying dumb things about real estate. Earlier in the year, the concern was home prices were too high and affordability was low. Now, prices are leveling off and people are talking about the market plummeting. Greg warns listeners they should not lack in confidence when it comes to making moves to invest in the housing market.
They also get into the concept of “second cities.” Greg uses Nashville as an example and encourages listeners to look into the “next Nashville” if they are wanting to invest in a similar city. Tune-in to hear which city he recommends.
Brett Crosby, Co-Founder and COO of PeerStreet is on the show to discuss real estate debt and the due diligence you should be performing. Crosby also shares the innovation and growth his company has had in the market and some of the keys to their success. They focus on the duration of investments and short-term bridge loans and diversification.
To learn more about Brett and PeerStreet visit PeerStreet.com.
Abhi closes the show with his favorite strategy for real estate investing — wholesaling. He takes you step-by-step on how you can make this a reality!
Noel Christopher from Renters Warehouse is on the show today to discuss real estate and market news with Abhi. They get into a hot topic and talk about student loan debt and how it has impacted individuals looking to borrow for a home. They are looking at the overall economy and how it can impact home-buying.
To learn more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse property management services visit RentersWarehouse.com.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi are back to discuss different strategies for both small and big investors alike. This week they are looking at investing in college towns.
Don’t forget to submit your questions for Greg and Abhi to answer on air by texting “ASK” to 96270.
Robert Mulcahy has been with Angel Oak Prime Bridge since its foundation and has been investing in the Atlanta market for the past 20 years.
Robert comes to Think Realty Radio for this episode with an interesting case study about a client with whom he works. Robert uses this experience as an example of successful investing for interested parties.
Robert and Abhi explore additional things you need to know to succeed in the game of real estate. This includes the major factor of lending and how to do it the right way, along with the different strategies available to investors. Other topics between the two cover wholesaling, construction to rent, and more.
Learn more about Robert Mulcahy and Angel Oak Prime Bridge at AngelOakCompanies.com.
The Power Play:
Greg Rand and Abhi take this opportunity to find and discuss current real estate news articles.
Kathy Fettke, Real Wealth Network, is on air with Abhi to discuss real estate investment opportunities and where to be looking. She talks strategy for cash flow and realistic ways to build your portfolio. Portland’s Pearl District is a trendy area and Kathy has details on her syndication deal in 2010. Not sure what a syndication deal is? Neither did Kathy and she wants to help you understand how it can benefit you during your investment journey.
Learn more about Kathy and her team and how they can help you build wealth by visiting RealWealthNetwork.com
The Power Play: Listener Andy calls in to the show and has a question for Greg and Abhi. He owns 20 acres of wooded, lakefront property in Georgia and wants to know what he should do with it. Greg and Abhi weigh in on what they think would be the wisest move with his investment.
Daren Blomquist from ATTOM Data is on the show to discuss market trends. Abhi has some great questions for Daren that listeners don’t want to miss, for example, is home flipping still a good investment strategy despite shrinking profit margins? Get the scoop on the best neighborhoods for home flipping and the best neighborhoods to invest in rental properties.
To learn more about ATTOM Data Solutions and the resources they provide email marketing@atttomdata.com
The Power Play: This segment is all about International real estate investing and why it’s so hot right now. Foreign investors coming over to the United States have completely different goals than domestic investors — it’s all about capital preservation.
Sean Miller with Point Central is on air to educate and inform you on why home automation can be the best tool for you! He and Abhi discuss how you can use it differently for multi family residences and single family homes. Time really is money. Learn all about the hardware that is necessary, the cost and most importantly, the ROI for you as an investor.
Learn more about Sean Miller and his business and visit PointCentral.com.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi are back to talk about government intervention in the housing market. Greg draws your attention to three important things when you purchase real estate in the US and how the government’s involvement is important.
Kevin takes this episode to discuss macroeconomic trends that, when paid attention to, can provide valuable insight in the market. Macroeconomic issues covered include statistics such as the unemployment rate, types of jobs available, and data on population growth and shrinkage.
Abhi and Kevin then discuss which tools a real estate investor can use to track these trends. One of these tools is the Case-Shiller Index, or as Kevin refers to it, “The Gold Standard.”
Stay up to date on all the latest news and trends at ThinkRealty.com. Then scroll down to the bottom of the page to sign up for the weekly newsletter—it’s free!
The Power Play:
Greg and Abhi get into the topic of affordability in today’s market. Greg rails against the idea that loan standards should be lowered to allow people to buy homes with “fake buying power.” Instead, he believes the housing market will correct itself on its own when no one buys the overpriced homes, forcing sellers to lower the price. According to Greg, if loan standards were to be lowered again, it would be a “Groundhog Day of stupidity.”
Carole VanSickle Ellis joins Abhi and Think Realty Radio for another enlightening interview. This time around, the two discuss a unique list in the upcoming edition of Think Realty Magazine: the four markets around the nation that are ripe for gut jobs!
Carole is Think Realty Magazine’s Editor in Chief. She talks about the markets that make up the list and the process for identifying them as good gut job candidates. Her and Abhi also fully immerse the conversation into each market their unique characteristics.
You can get these articles and more by having a Think Realty Magazine membership! When you sign up, you have a physical copy delivered to your door and access to all the digitally archived versions! Read more about subscribing to Think Realty Magazine here!
ThePowerPlay:
Greg isn’t crazy about spending too much money—like $50,000 to $100,000—on housing renovations when you’re flipping. His perspective is that who owns the most of America wins. This means buying properties that don’t need many renovations at all, which allows for slow, steady growth and income.
EJ Chanin, Investor Relations with Rama Capital, is on the show and brings a fresh perspective on private lending. He answers questions you might have regarding trust deed investing and the potential risks that could come with investing in trust deeds. He says he would bet on the US housing market any day of the week and wants listeners to know you have to know where you sit on the spectrum when you begin investing.
To get in touch with EJ or learn more about Rama Capital, visit ramacapital.com.
The Power Play: A listener writes in and inquires about how much profit he should expect when he is first buying a single family rental. Greg gets into things and simplifies it so you can understand how much to expect to pay and how much you could make. It’s all about saving more, and putting down more to up your cash-flow.
Jamie Wooley, Real Estate Agent, Investor and Wholesaler, joins the show and talks about her journey to the wholesaling world. She gives four pieces of advice for what every wholesaler should know, including educating yourself and not being afraid to fail. As a wife, a mother and a businesswoman extrodainaire she embraces the many directions life takes her and embraces the balance it takes to make each day.
Get in touch with Jamie by emailing jamie@thewholesalingchick.com. Read Think Realty Magazine's full feature story on Jamie Wooley online at ThinkRealty.com.
The Power Play: Oklahoma City is on the agenda today. Greg is excited about this city and wants to explain why his company is recommending that their large investors purchase properties in OKC. You don’t want to miss out what kind of future he sees for the city.
Co-Founder of Ashcroft Capital and host of the Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever podcast, Joe Fairless joins Abhi to provide REI wisdom for you. Joe’s show is the world’s longest running daily real estate investing podcast. His personal philosophy revolves around adding value to yourself and your investments, whatever they may be.
Joe recalls some of the best advice he’s heard from conducting interviews on his podcast, which have aired for the past 1,600 days in a row. He shares great tips on goal-oriented networking and adding value to those relationships. (It’s not as hard as we make it out to be.)
Additional topics discussed include MFH (multifamily housing), SFH (single-family housing), and the benefits of having a mentor.
Get in touch with Joe at JoeFairless.com, and text "ASK" to 96720 to ask Abhi your real estate quesitons!
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Greg Rand and Abhi talk about planning your investment strategies. One of the most important aspects of planning is considering your personal timeline. Greg Rand says buy—never sell. They also talk about the “snowball strategy.”
From FICO scores to home-flipping rates to home values, Noel Christopher with RentersWarehouse.com joins us to lend his expertise as we get into real estate news stories. Abhi and Noel have a fun conversation and give their opinion on the housing market and want to be sure listeners know there are plenty of factors to take into consideration when investing in a specific market — like wages and cost of living.
Be sure to visit RentersWarehouse.com to learn more about how you can get started investing today!
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi discuss program management for renovations. Greg gives his opinion on what good investors do when they are renovating — and discusses why you don’t need to invest in a “junker” in order to flip it.
Aaron Chapman, founder of Security National Mortgage Company, delivers an inspiring message about getting started and persevering through the real estate investment game. He gives a great example on leverage and returns that you definitely want to hear!
Aaron and Abhi go over what it means to work “on” your business and “in” your business and how some of the best investors do both as a rental owner and a flipper.
Visit AaronBChapman.com to learn more about his services.
The Power Play: Welcome back to your favorite radio segment, The Power Play! Greg and Abhi are back with a listener’s question and he wants to know why Amazon chose Charlotte for their newest corporate headquarters. Greg debunks the myth and says they are waiting on making a final selection, but explains how this relates to investment.
Integrating technology into your REI business, no matter the size, is a must in today’s world. Renters may not even consider applying for a unit for which a paper form must be filled out.
While Generation Z is known for things like having a short attention span and being addicted to technology, they’re actually propelling technology’s abilities forward. This has changed the real estate landscape in many ways, a phenomenon in which Linda is well-versed.
Linda and Abhi talk about the staying competitive, keeping up with changes, and the best tech tools for landlords, among other things.
Visit SecurePayOne.com or MyLandlordHelper.com to learn more about Linda and how she can help you.
The Power Play:
Greg and Abhi share a money-making idea: buying property the way Wall Street buys property. What does that mean? Picking winners. Greg identifies each piece of the puzzle you need to make this process something you can tackle.
The baby boomer generation is hitting an all-time high. By providing them a place to live you are filling a great need in our country. There are 77 million baby boomers and Gene Guarino with Residential Assisted Living Academy breaks down the real estate and the business side of owning residential assisted living.
To learn more about how you can begin owning and investing in Residential Assisted Living, visit RAL101.com.
The Power Play: A favorite segment is back: Smart people saying dumb things about real estate and we are discussing housing affordability.
Carole Ellis, editor in chief of Think Realty Magazine, breaks down the list of 10 categories for the Think Realty Honors and announces the winners in each category. The program was originally developed to honor the leaders and changemakers in the industry. It is a peer-reviewed process which makes it very unique.
To learn more about Think Realty Honors visit ThinkRealtyHonors.com.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi are answering the questions you are asking at ThinkRealty.com. One listener wants to know if they should set up an LLC with their first rental property. Think you know what Greg’s answer is? Tune in to find out!
CEO of Renters Warehouse Kevin Ortner is back with Abhi and Think Realty Radio to discuss the many different types of funding available to real estate investors. The duo gets deep into the options investors have to choose from, including private money loans, crowdfunding, syndication, and more. Kevin and Abhi weigh the pros and cons of each and talk about which situations call for which selection.
Learn more about how Renters Warehouse can help manage your properties at RentersWarehouse.com.
The Power Play: Today’s segment goes global. Abhi and Greg Rand have an eye-opening discussion regarding international investing and why it’s so hot right now. Specific topics include what international investors look for when they invest and whether U.S. investors should expand abroad.
Mike Jansta from Auction.com is on the show to help listeners through their questions on properties that are bank-owned and in foreclosure. He discusses where the deals are across the country so you know where to look when you start your search. They get into actionable market data that you don’t want to miss!
To learn more about investing in properties that are bank-owned or in foreclosure visit Auction.com/ThinkRealty today!
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi talk about how the government plays a role in the housing market.
CEO of Affinity Worldwide and Think Realty Eddie Wilson returns as guest host to interview Founder of Capital City REIA, Tammy Phelps. Tammy is a true rags-to-riches story, with a one-of-a-kind past that you have to hear to believe. In her talk with Eddie, she reveals how she got started in real estate, the key components of a successful real estate group, along with the benefits of being part of a group like Capital City REIA.
Other topics include multi-family investing, common beginner roadblocks, and Tammy’s best advice for new investors.
To get in touch with Tammy, email her at Hello@CapitalCityREIA.com. Get more information about Capital City REIA at CapitaCityREIA.com!
The Power Play: Greg Rand was recently featured on Fox Business to discuss Hurricane Florence’s impact on the housing market—both short term and long term. Here, Abhi and Greg revisit some of Greg’s outlooks on the areas affected by the hurricane.
AffinityWorldwide CEO Eddie Wilson is back today and taking over the radio show. Guest host, Marty Coyne with Connected Investors is a passionate individual who wants to help listeners have easy access to finding investors and deals. He announces their newest tool that will simplify the way you invest. Marty gives his insight on where he sees technology going in the real estate world.
Visit the website ConnectedInvestors.com or email Marty at mcoyne@connectedinvestors.com
The Power Play: Abhi and Greg discuss data in real estate for the small investor that doesn’t have institutional-grade data.
Abhi Golhar gets interviewed by Affinity Worldwide CEO Eddie Wilson in this unexpected episode that gets down to what makes Abhi tick.
Abhi divulges to Eddie what he’s learned from his guests over the course of nearly 200 Think Realty Radio episodes, including some of his favorite moments and interviews. He also talks about identifying your strengths and weaknesses as an investor and how to spend your time in the best way possible. Multifamily investing, passive income, and a multitude of additional topics are covered in this rare, far-reaching episode.
Power Play: After Eddie heads out, Abhi takes a similar approach interview approach with Greg Rand. Abhi asks questions to find out what has shaped Greg along his career in real estate investing.
Many seasoned investors can tell you about the endless lessons they’ve learned throughout their REI career. Noel Christopher joins Abhi to discuss things first-timers absolutely need to be aware of, including being overly trusting and common red flags. One of the biggest and brightest red flags that should stand out to you is the phrase “guaranteed returns.” The pair also touches on new investors’ buying criteria.
Noel is the Senior Vice President for Corporate Development at Renters Warehouse. Learn more about him and Renters Warehouse at RentersWarehouse.com.
The Power Play: Greg Rand and Abhi continue Abhi’s conversation with Noel regarding investing in property in college towns.
Owner and Founder of Goodwin Commercial, Pam Goodwin joins Abhi for her second appearance on Think Realty Radio! Working out of Dallas, Texas, she is a Think Realty Coach whose expertise lies predominantly in the commercial real estate sector. Pam and Abhi discuss modern trends including why “boring” retail isn’t selling, the senior living boom, property within the food industry and more.
Learn more about Pam and Goodwin Commercial at PamGoodwin.com!
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi talk about how Auction.com changed the real estate game forever.
Sherman Ragland is a commercial real estate investor who is going to be the emcee for the Think Realty Conference & Expo in Atlanta. He shares a few pearls of wisdom with people who are looking to get into real estate investing — like the benefits of attending Think Realty conferences, networking and finding the “deals.”
To learn more about Sherman Ragland and his business visit RealInvestors.com.
It’s not too late to join us at the Think Realty Conference & Expo this weekend. Visit ThinkRealty.com to get 20% off your ticket with the code RADIO.
The Power Play: Greg gives us a preview of his breakout session in Atlanta and talks about the food chain of real estate investment and adding to your portfolio.
Atlanta Real Estate Investor Sonia Booker is on the show to discuss wealth building. She talks about the importance of networking and how it allows you to broaden your horizons and get outside your bubble. After being surrounded by primarily male investors, Sonia saw an opportunity to educate women so they could better understand investing.
To learn more about Sonia and ask more questions in person join us at the Think Realty Conference & Expo this weekend and visit thinkrealty.com to get 20% off your ticket with the code RADIO.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi discussFreddie Mac and Fannie Mae’s pilot program for SFR investors last year and cancelled it, but left the window open for it to continue. Tune in to hear all the details.
Deonna Britt, founder of LawClerkOnDemand.com is on the show to discuss how leads play an important role in real estate investment. Abhi shares why it is important to work with individuals who can get you new leads that are recent and outdated. Deonna discusses the process that goes into generating leads and how they go about researching.
Visit www.lawclerkondemand.com or better yet, come meet Deonna in person at the Think Realty Conference & Expo in Atlanta, September 22nd! Space is limited and tickets are selling fast. Get yours today at ThinkRealty.com
The Power Play: Listener Andy Sayers calls in to the show and has a question for Greg and Abhi. He owns 20 acres of wooded, lakefront property in Georgia and wants to know what he should do with it. Greg and Abhi weigh in on what they think would be the wisest move with his investment.
Kevin Ortner with Renters Warehouse is back with us and answering listeners questions. This segment is for individuals who are looking to get started owning single family rentals, people looking to invest with a partner and those that would like to know what it takes to build a team. Kevin and Abhi take you through great pointers even if you have little to no experience.
Be sure to visit RentersWarehouse.com to learn more about Kevin and his team.
The Power Play: Greg joins us for another round of the Power Play to make sure you aren’t believing everything you hear or read in the news about the housing market. Get ready for Greg’s segment on, “Smart people saying dumb things about real estate.”
Master your market with, Matt Wood from Perimeter Property Services. He has many tips and pointers so that you do not experience paralysis of analysis, also known as over-thinking! Matt and Abhi discuss diversifying your properties and knowing when is the best time to buy and sell.
To get in touch with Matt, email him at matt@perimeterps.com.
The Power Play: In this segment of Power Play, Greg and Abhi get real about Montgomery, Alabama and opportunities for investing.
Amy Ransdell from Southeastern Home Team joins the show to discuss strategies and ideas for Real Estate Investors and Agents. Amy shares some of the most common mistakes she sees with new investors. They also talk about how you can use social media in your favor and how you can use it in your favor.
You can find Amy Ransdell on Facebook at Facebook.com/artist.amy
The Power Play: Greg breaks downAdaptive Re-use for us today. Adaptive Re-use is a creative and profitable strategy used in real estate, and Greg has an example that will help you understand it a little better.
John Wiley, Brand Ambassador for Think Realty, joins the show and wants you to get started with your real estate investment dreams. Instead of sitting on the sidelines, jump right in and hear why John and Abhi think you can get started today, regardless of the market. They also get into housing foreclosures and flipping rental strategies.
You can find more info on John Wiley at ThinkRealty.com
The Power Play: Abhi and Greg are back with another segment of the Power Play and discuss reality TV shows in the the real estate investment industry. They want you to know what to look for and how you can make it a learning lesson.
Eddie Wilson, CEO of Affinity Worldwide, joins the show to talk about the Atlanta Conference coming up on Saturday, September 22nd. He tells you what he is most excited about, including keynote speakers, Ken and Anita Corsini from HGTVs Flip or Flop. Whether you are looking for landlord advice or just want some great advice on how to succeed in real estate, it is going to be a weekend to remember.
Get your tickets today at ThinkRealty.com. Tickets are only $55, use code RADIO for 20% off the ticket price!
The Power Play: Abhi and Greg discuss the mistakes they made when they were first starting out in the real estate investment business. You won’t want to miss Greg’s story about his “crazy cat lady” tenant.
Noel Christopher from Renters Warehouse is joining us again to discuss a shared responsibility of taking care of your property. They go over systems and processes and property management. Abhi asks Noel to discuss expectations that landlords should have and how it can affect your ROI, but also coaching your tenant through some basic maintenance, i.e. unclogging a toilet or resetting a breaker.
To learn more about Noel Christopher visit RentersWarehouse.com
The Power Play: When there are always worst case scenarios in owning a rental property, why should you invest? Greg Rand is here to remind you that it is a business and wants to share his opinion.
Lorraine Beato with AtlantasResidences.com discusses fix and flips and common misconceptions and mistakes wholesalers, agents and investors are making. She gives us the details regarding what they don’t show you on the popular fix and flip TV shows. She wants to help you make sure you are buying at the right price so you are not overpaying resulting in losing money on your investment.
To get in touch with Lorraine visit AtlantasResidences.com.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi discuss the Atlanta market and the concern people have with the crowding of investors.
Guest Chris Lazarus from Sellect Realty is on the show to discuss real estate agents and investors and how they work well together and common mistakes he sees. Chris and Abhi also touch on Atlanta’s market right now and why it’s hot! There are plenty of opportunities in Atlanta and Chris has the reasons why. They also discusses having passion for being an agent and broker and running your business with that passion.
To learn more about Sellect Realty or to get in touch with an agent, visit SellectRealty.com
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi are answering listeners questions and today one listener wants to know about investing in real estate in San Francisco.
John Wiley, Kathy Fettke and Dan Leanna join the show again to discuss their area niches. Whether it was the housing crisis of 2008 or discerning the true resources you need for building your portfolio, Abhi takes us back to the best moments of Think Realty Radio.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi take common questions Kevin Ortner, president and CEO of Renters Warehouse, is asked. One questioner wants to know if having a partner is the right approach to take.
Noel Christopher with Renters Warehouse is back to discuss evictions with Abhi. It all depends on the situation the tenant is going through and being certain you are taking into consideration their humanity. They also touch on acquiring a property where there is already a tenant, and problem tenants.
To learn more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi are back and talking about a market that is hot near DC — Baltimore! Greg and his team have been following the trends and continually learning more about it so they can bring it back to listeners.
Jan Brzeski, Founder and CIO of Arixa Capital, discusses the convenience and ease of receiving a non-conventional loan. Gone are the days of taking two to three months to receive a loan from a bank. With non-conventional lending, you can get your loan in two to three weeks and you only need to provide relevant information. They touch on topics such as opportunity zones and hard-money-lending vs. non-bank-lending.
If you want to know more about Arixa Capital and how they can get your business started today, visit ArixaCapital.com.
Power Play: Greg and Abhi are back to talk about treating your real estate like any other business— especially when it comes to maintenance. Know yourself and whether you are capable of handling the maintenance work yourself, and if you aren’t, you will need a general contractor. Lineup your people (plumber, handyman etc.) in advance so that if something goes wrong, you know who to call.
Susan Dupont with Radius Renovation Group joins us today to discuss the advantages of hiring a renovation project management company. She goes through some of the biggest challenges renovation projects experiences and sheds light on how hiring a company benefits the investor so they do not need to worry about nitty-gritty details and can focus on the ROI.
Stay on task with your project and visit RadiusRenovationGroup.com or email service@radiusreno.com.
The Power Play: Abhi and Greg throw it back to one of their first episodes and discuss the Panama Canal and the lift it gives some of the biggest port cities. Greg gives his opinion on what he thinks is the hottest market out of those cities. Hint: It’s in Georgia.
Robert Mulcahy with Angel Oak Prime Bridge, is here to discuss private money lending for individuals who are looking to get into the real estate investment game. He offers great advice on where and how to get started, like networking and educating yourself on the market. Robert and Abhi discuss using leverage when scaling your business and why it is a good idea so you can protect your cash.
To learn more about Angel Oak Prime Bridge and how they can help you start your investment today, visit aopbconnect.com.
The Power Play: Greg Rand and Abhi are back and discuss, “smart people saying dumb things.” This week they take the headline, “The Big Shortage,” and use an analogy of the stock market to explain why higher housing costs do not mean a shortage of homes to purchase.
A tree falls on your rental property, rendering part of it uninhabitable. A neighbor threatens your renter, making them feel unsafe. How do you handle these unique situations? As Kevin Ortner of Renter’s Warehouse explains, it’s got a lot to do with your state’s laws and the wording within your lease.
Logic and heart play a big role in deciding how to proceed as well. As Kevin puts it, “Even though the piece of property is your house, it’s their home.” Working with your renters to overcome an unideal situation is part of the business—and is where having a property manager comes into play.
Learn more about Kevin Ortner and property management solutions at RentersWarehouse.com.
The Power Play: Greg Rand and Abhi discuss the impact negative media coverage can have on the investor mindset. Greg believes in the importance of accuracy.
Johnny Youssef fell into real estate investing when he thought—as many people do—that he didn’t like the idea of giving money away in the form of rent each month. He bought a house when inflation was high, and then the market crashed. Yet even through those obstacles, Johnny learned that having renters to pay your mortgage still saves money in the long-term.
Johnny spends a lot of time working in the Airbnb sector, and he and Abhi dive deep into Airbnb and what being a part of that market means to investors. They cover the pros and cons—one pro is that if done correctly, you will make much more than merely renting, but it's important to also consider the cons.
Get in touch with Johnny Youssef at JohnnyYoussef.com, or on his Instagram at @JohnnyYou.
The Power Play: Abhi and Greg discuss mentors—how important is it to find someone who can help you along your personal REI journey? They also continue the Airbnb discussion and its future.
Nate Armstrong grew up in a home that lived a paycheck-to-paycheck lifestyle. When he decided he didn’t want that for himself or his family, he began a career in real estate investing. Part of his success is due to allowing himself to learn from both good experiences and bad. Through tumultuous times, Nate developed personal REI strategies that have proven effective for him, and that he now uses when making important decisions. One of these strategies is the BRRR (or BR³) Strategy—Buy, Rent, Rehab, Resell, which Nate has been using to immense success.
Other topics discussed include the acronym SAFE, why the cost of capital is dropping and what that means for investors, and why the rental market keeps getting stronger.
Learn more about Nate and how you can get involved with his company at HomeInvest.com.
The Power Play: Abhi and Greg continue the conversation about the BRRR Strategy, and talk about rental-flipping—existing rentals that are immediate money-makers.
Marco Santarelli, Founder of Norada Investment Group, is an investor who helps to build real estate portfolios in 18 markets—typically by way of turnkey, cash-flowing properties. He and Abhi dive into the discussion of leverage: what it is, how to use it, and just as importantly—how not to use it. Abhi also drops an easy-to-remember acronym to aid investors in their career: IDEAL: Income, Depreciation, Equity, Appreciation, and Leverage.
Their fruitful conversation touches on other topics, including active investing approaches versus passive investing approaches, the importance of a property’s location, and magnifying your rate of return.
The Power Play: Greg Rand and Abhi talk about common mistakes that professional investors make, including oversight and a common but easy-to-change mistake known as “deferred maintenance.”
Larry Brand of Sprout Mortgage joins Abhi to talk about all the angles, sides, and intricacies of fixing & flipping. Larry has flipped houses for over 20 years and now is mostly involved in the lending arena to fund investors' fix & flip projects. Abhi and Larry also discuss the effects that fix & flip TV shows have had on how newcomers approach their projects. Other topics include whether or not newbies should start with smaller investments, and acronyms investors should know, including LTV, BPO, and ARV.
The Power Play: Greg Rand’s motto is “Whoever dies with more America wins.” This means accumulation is key—so, naturally, he’s pushed back against fixing & flipping. But Greg has had a change of heart regarding this method of investing, as long as investors have the financial literacy to backup their investment.
Noel Christopher, SVP of RentersWarehouse.com, is back with us to discuss accidental landlords and how becoming one could end up benefiting you. Tune in to find out how one becomes an accidental landlord. Abhi and Noel discuss the practicality, the risks and the benefits that play into it. One of the most important factors is having good property managers.
To find out more about Noel Christopher and how he and his company can help, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
The Power Play: Abhi and Greg are back with another power play. They answer one listener’s questions from Charlotte regarding the new Amazon distribution center and how it will impact the economy (for the better) and real estate investment in Charlotte.
Smart Real Estate Coach Chris Prefontaine has played multiple roles in the real estate game since 1991 and has honed his methods of investing to be lucrative, while staying safe and protected. Abhi and Chris cover topics like lease-purchases, owner-financed deals, and basic methods to become the safest investor you can be.
Learn more from Chris at SmartRealEstateCoach.com.
The Power Play: Greg Rand joins Abhi for the last quarter of the episode with information on topics regarding the current lending market, interest rates, and affordability.
Carole Ellis, editor-in-chief of Think Realty Magazine, joins us today to discuss turnkey real estate, and Think Realty’s 2018 list of notable turnkey rental markets. The list of four notable markets was created based on a number of factors, such as signs of opportunity, significant past performance and employer/employee trends, to name a few.
To view the full article of Think Realty’s 2018 Mid-Year List of Notable Turnkey Rental Markets, be sure to head on over to ThinkRealtyInsights.com.
The Power Play: Greg and Abhi discuss the fundamentals of market analysis. Greg weighs in on the conclusions Think Realty came up with on the notable turnkey rentals list. They want to help you understand local demographics and what’s going on statewide and nationally.
Abhi’s guest today, Joe Homs, is a veteran in every aspect of real estate investing; currently, he’s drawn to fixing-and-flipping because he’s found it to be the most profitable form in his area: Orange County, California. But that’s not necessarily the case in other markets around the US, which leads to an interesting discussion that Abhi and Joe spend eagerly explore. Other topics of interest include the current real estate bubble, finding your niche, avoiding get-rich-quick schemes, and how new investors should read the market.
Get in touch with Joe at JoeHoms.com.
Power Play: Greg Rand is back for The Power Play, and he’s excited to answer questions from listeners just like you. Today’s question comes from a fan in Nashville, TN, and deals with reading your yield and analyzing a few of today’s most popular markets.
Dan Leanna, with Recovco Mortgage Management LLC., is on the show to discuss lending and buying correctly. Dan gives great advice for first-time borrowers, such as understanding your market, and he touches on some big mistakes borrowers make, like overpaying for a property.
Learn more about Dan and Recovco Mortgage Management LLC., and call 866-824-2552 or visit www.recovcodirect.com.
Power Play: Greg and Abhi sit down and discuss the growth and opportunity for investment in Grand Rapids, MI. They are looking at high yields, for lower prices.
Noel Christopher, SVP of Renters Warehouse, joins us today to discuss your property “to-do” list. Noel talks about doing your homework on the property and getting to know your renters. He gives advice on hiring a team of professionals, including property managers, and understanding how they handle the repairs and maintenance.
To find out more about Noel Christopher and Renters Warehouse, be sure to check out RentersWarehouse.com
Power Play: Greg and Abhi are back and this time they want you to do due diligence on yourself. Start with a vision of what you want to accomplish and figure out the goals you have in mind for your future.
John Wiley, Brand Ambassador for Think Realty, joins the show today and wants to help you in your investment career. He offers insight and advice on how to stay on track so you are doing it the right way — including spreading your investments throughout different cities and municipalities. He even offers a pro tip and says to quit studying and get started!
For questions on how to get started and to schedule a free coaching session with John Wiley, text “uplift” to 44222.
Power Play: Abhi and Greg answer listeners’ questions today. Before they get started they want their listeners to ask themselves an important question: What’s the right strategy for you? They want you to be able to link real estate to your long-term goals and strategies.
Abhi jumps on the air with a self-described “novice” investor, Laura Chalk from the Affinity Investment Club. Laura talks about how the Affinity Investment Club pools money together to buy a piece of property to renovate as a group, how they found the right deal, and how her perspective has changed pre- and post-property ownership.
Follow their journey on Instagram: @WeThinkRealty with the hashtag #TotalGutJobTutor, and see their blog at ThinkRealty.com.
The Power Play: Greg Rand joins Abhi for The Power Play, and they give a detailed response to a listener who wants to invest in his very first property.
Gary Beasley, co-founder and CEO of Roofstock.com, joins us today to discuss the single-family housing market and the options you have for purchasing. His business makes it possible for you to go online and shop for homes without having to be “in-market.” Gary and Abhi want to make sure you have the data you need to make smarter decisions with rental property.
For more information on Gary Beasley and how you can get started with an investment outside your market, visit Roofstock.com
Real Estate “Dingo,” Engelo Rumora, joins Abhi to discuss all things real estate. They want you to know it is a long-term commitment and they urge you to work with people who understand what delayed gratification is so you can have success. Discover tips and pointers on some of the biggest mistakes and challenges in the industry and steps to take so you are always moving toward your goals. Rumora also gets into generating leads and finding buyers in your market.
To learn more about Engelo Rumora and his companies, visit agentscomefirst.com or ohiocashflow.com.
Power Play of the Day: Abhi and Greg discuss Real Estate agents and investor transactions. Learn how to educate yourself on this niche space.
Kevin Ortner, CEO of Renters Warehouse, is back with us to discuss the difference in a short- term gain versus a long-term gain. Kevin helps listeners look past the common stereotype of buying low and selling high, and encourages you to take a different approach to refining and growing your portfolio. Abhi and Kevin discuss some key factors that go into ensuring a sustainable way to use other people’s money to grow your long-term wealth.
To learn more about Renters Warehouse and how their team can help you, visit RentersWarehouse.com.
Power Play of the Day: Abhi and Greg are back and this time they are busting the myths we hear about and read about in the real estate market, especially when it comes to sales and inventory.
HomeInvest.com Co-Founder, Nate Armstrong, has plenty of golden nuggets for making informed decisions with where and how you purchase your property. Nate discusses the importance of selecting the right property so investors can build equity that will provide monthly income. Properties are being quickly snatched up in this expansion market, and Nate gives a great piece of advice for thinking outside the box when searching for your next purchase.
To learn more about the easy steps to investing in real estate today, visit HomeInvest.com.
Power Play of the Day: Get off the fence when considering whether or not owning a rental property is worth it. Abhi and Greg focus on a mind-shift to allow for a business/customer relationship.
Senior Vice President of National Real Estate Insurance Group (NREIG), Shawn Woedl, is with us today to provide knowledge on insurance for investors. Whether your property is a rental, flip, or development, Shawn and his team of agents at NREIG assist you in making an informed decision on the coverage you should have for your property needs. Shawn also gives insight on common mistakes investors make, such as neglecting due diligence and liability coverage.
Power Play of the Day: Abhi and Greg are all about being boots on the ground so you can do your due diligence and become a market expert. This week they want you to learn how to pick a market that will win.
Director of Marketing at Apply Connect, Ryan Green is here to inform listeners and Abhi about the importance of tenant screening and safety in the ever-changing technology world. Whether you are a real estate agent, a landlord, or a renter, Apple Connect and their team can supply a database with credit reports, eviction records, criminal histories, background checks, and much more. Ryan also gives viewers tips on red flags from applicants and protecting yourself from making a call that could cause you to lose money in the end.
To get in contact with one of the members of the Apply Connect team or to check out Think Realty Supplier deals, visi Applyconnect.com/.
Power Play of the Day: Abhi and Greg are back and have a few, quick pointers on looking for the places to invest and knowing when to invest.
Clint Welser of Laudan Properties spent 15 years in banks working with REO portfolios, and now works on behalf of banks and real estate investors through Lauden. Clint talks to listeners and Abhi about finding value over price for property analysis, following the real estate game, non-performing note purchases, and outsourcing partners to have boots on the ground.
For more information on Clint Welser and the team at Laudan Properties head on over to LaudanProperties.com.
Power Play of the Day: Abhi and Greg are back with another round of The Power Play. Today’s topic is all about the process of finding the right place to invest.
CEO of Renters Warehouse, Kevin Ortner, is back to break down the single family rental market, alongside Abhi. With his 22,000+ owned properties, Kevin gives listeners tips on how to build that wealth for themselves. Abhi and Kevin dive into property management, time management, property inspections, finding the right tenants, rent collection, and having a system in place for when issues with the property arise.
Still have questions? Want more information? Visit RentersWarehouse.com.
Power Play of the Day: Chattanooga, Tennessee is the next stop on the map for The Power Play, and Abhi and Greg can confirm this is a winner. The younger crowd of people moving here is one of the many reasons Chattanooga is booming.
Victor Maas of the Real Estate Investment Association of San Antonio is in the studio to tell all about his rehab wholesale strategy and where the target markets are. 90% of this business comes from pre-foreclosures, code violations, and referrals. Victor shares the importance of tracking the seller down, negotiating a deal with them, and then selling the contract to investors after the property has been cleaned out. It’s all about tailoring to the cash buyer market and getting the most bang for your buck.
For more information on Victor Maas and the San Antonio RIA group head on over to sareia.com.
Power Play of the Day: The duo is back to break down the Austin, Texas market and tell you why this area is a WIN. Here’s a hint: It’s a blue city in a red state.
Jay Triplett of Hotel Engine is here to pass the savings on to you. The average person does eight searches on different public hotel platforms to find the best prices, but it doesn’t have to be like this. Jay informs Abhi and listeners on how Hotel Engine can not only benefit nationwide investors who are building their portfolios, but any travelling business professional. Jay explains how this platform consolidates your completed stays into a bill paid at the end of the month, reward system points, working with small businesses to advertise, keeping overhead costs low, and fighting for their customers.
To access special Think Realty deals and see what Hotel Engine has to offer, go to Hotelengine.com/join/thinkrealty.
Power Play of the Day: Greg and Abhi talk all about Cleveland, Ohio, and how the city of Cleveland is so well set up for the manufacturing industry coming back to the United States.
With Noel Christopher on the line, you just know that he and Abhi are going to dissect the topics real estate investors everywhere will find helpful. Noel is the Senior Vice President of Renters Warehouse, and has been involved in the single-family rental sector for a number of years. He and Abhi discuss topics such as remote property management, selling versus renting, exit strategies, and using Renters Warehouse as a tool to leverage your time.
Get more information from Noel and Renters Warehouse at RentersWarehouse.com, and check out the book Rent Estate Revolution—powered by Renters Warehouse.
Sean Miller, President of Point Central Technology, appears on the show to talk with Abhi about using technology to improve experiences for both the tenant and yourself, with such things as an advanced thermostat, lock systems, cameras, and water monitors. Point Central Technology has created a platform in which property managers can go to control these settings in multiple properties. Sean also shares with viewers how Point Central Technology collects data, analyzes it, and delivers it back to the property manager at the touch of a button, and how this can bring a higher profit and a happier tenant.
Power Play of the Day: Greg and Abhi break down the systems of real estate in Asheville, North Carolina, and analyze data, macro trends, and unique research.
Andrew Syrios of Stewardship Investments stops by to share his story and give advice to borrowers who are trying to decide whether to flip-and-sell or flip-and-hold. Abhi and Andrew analyze the pros and cons of each strategy. Andrew shares mistakes to avoid, ways to find financing, how to find tenants, dealing with difficult ones, and the current state of the market.
For more information on Andrew and Stewardship Investments, visit StewardshipInvestments.com.
Power Play of the Day: Greg and Abhi are back and ready to talk about all things real estate. The duo shares with listeners how to defend against negativity and find yourself a winner.
Managing Director and Co-CEO of RCN Capital, Jeffrey Tesch visits TR Radio to discuss how RCN Capital has taken the single-family rental space and provides products that benefit the borrower. Jeffery explains to listeners how his team has developed a product that gets borrowers in and out of loans and on to their next project. Abhi and Jeffery expand on how a limited supply of single-family rentals and declining interest rates in the past five years have affected this space.
To learn more about Jeffery and his team’s model, go to RCNCapital.com.
Power Play of the Day: Where do you fall on the real estate food chain? Greg Rand is here to share the importance of climbing the food chain, acquiring properties, and leaving behind your legacy.
Kevin Ortner, CEO of Renters Warehouse—America’s largest suppiler of third party property managers—is back on the show to cover a multitude of topics in this action-packed episode. Abhi and Kevin dive into single family rentals and unpack the key aspects that relate to this area of real estate. Kevin educates listeners on low inventory, rising prices, buying homes outside the market, and the rising cost of rent.
Still looking for more information on today’s topics? Head on over to RentersWarehouse.com.
Power Play of the Day: Greg and Abhi are back and ready to teach you how to keep your finger to the pulse when making deals.
CEO and founder of WeatherCheck, Demetrius Gray is here to change the way your insurance on properties works for you. Demetrius shares tips and tricks with Abhi won how to get the most out of your insurance. The two discuss how to find existing claims up to a year old that haven't been claimed, connections to finding the right roofers or contractors to repair damages, and how to be fully prepared for weather damage that is predicted to be in your area. This is something you do not want to miss!
Power Play of the Day: The innovation revolution in the single-family real estate property has boomed in the past ten years. Greg Rand is here to break down the reasons that hold investors back from getting in on the business and how to conquer those fears.
For more information on WeatherCheck and how it can benefit you, visit WeatherCheck.co.
George Flint, Co-CEO of Triumph Capital Partners explains how having a go-to lender you can count on is a win-win as lenders are looking for good deals in which to invest, and borrowers are looking for the means to make these good deals happen. Not only is having a solid lender important, but also having a general contractor and project manager who can make sure things get done on time. Abhi and Greg inform listeners on single family new construction, mixed commercial multifamily, and correspondent opportunity through Triumph Capital.
To further explore your capital opportunities visit Triumph.capital.
Stephanie Singer, CEO of ThisREI and an investor herself, shares her expertise in “guided real estate investing.” Currently living in Kansas City and helping others make smart and sound investments, Stephanie stresses the importance of solid property and project management. Abhi and Stephanie break down three of ThisREI’s key components: ThisFlip, ThisCashFlow, and ThisLand. The goal is long term wealth, and the guide: Stephanie Singer.
Power Play of the Day: Greg Rand and Abhi are back for more of ThePower Play as they discuss getting your realty mindset into thinking long-term. The duo also shares the easiest way to get a leg up on other investors.
Nema Daghbandan is a partner at Geraci Law and is today’s guest star. Geraci Law is a long-term partner who not only helps with legal work but also as an advisor in growing your business. Nema reveals key points in the lending end of real estate such as what criteria borrowers should have, how to protect yourself legally as a lender, the messages you give, and the cannabis components of real estate.
Looking for more information on nonconventional lending? Head on over to GeraciLawFirm.com to get in contact with someone today!
Noel Christopher, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Renters Warehouse, stops by to share his tips on how to build your realty empire one property at a time. Abhi and Noel discuss the importance of having "boots on the ground," the Renters Warehouse referral program, and building your realty dream team.
Power Play of the Day: Greg Rand and Abhi are back for more of The Power Play as they discuss getting your realty mindset into thinking long-term. The duo also shares the easiest way to get a leg up on other investors.
To check out Noel Christopher or look into the Referral Partnerships that Renters Warehouse can offer you, go to RentersWarehouse.com.
Author of Getting Started in Real Estate Day Trading Larry Goins discusses how to start investing in real estate without having a ton of capital or taking too much risk. He dives into different techniques to gain chunks of cash versus a passive cash flow income. Join Abhi as he explores Larry Goins’ tips and tricks on real estate day trading, lease options, seller financing, and HUD homes.
The Power Play is back again with a new discussion on adaptive reuse—all it takes is envisioning what existing capital can be turned into. Get the inside scoop on getting creative—and profitable—through commercial real estate.
Learn more about Larry Goins and The Goins Group at LarryGoins.com.
Not only is Pam Goodwin the CEO of Goodwin Commercial and the author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller Winning Ways in Commercial Real Estate, but she is also a member of the Think Realty coaching team. Pam discusses the importance of following up on potential properties, standing out from the crowd, finding your niche, and maximizing profit on deals.
The Power Play is back and the discussion topic is the fate of realty in Detroit and how it has changed over the past three years. Greg and Abhi break down the factors that have played into Detroit’s current condition.
If you still have questions or just want to learn more about Pam Goodwin and her experiences head on over to PamGoodwin.com.
Ken Lacy retired from the Navy Reserves with 26 years of combined service and works today to assist veterans in finding a permanent residence they can rent-to-own. Ken shares with Ahbi three rules that apply to anyone dabbling in the realty world: educate yourself, read up on what you’re getting involved with, and engage.
Greg Rand joins Ahbi for the premiere round of The Power Play where Greg gives some insight on why Tampa, Florida is a “winner” when it comes to prime real estate investing.
For more information on Ken Lacy and his mission or how to get involved, visit VeteransPathUp.org.
Founder and CEO of OwnAmerica and author of the REI book Crash Boom!, Greg Rand talks with Abhi about the idea and importance of thinking about your real estate ventures, long-term. Just as nearly all Americans’ forefathers emigrated to this country in search of a better life for their lineage, Greg believes having an REI strategy that mimics that multi-generational outlook lends itself to making better decisions.
Visit OwnAmerica.com to learn more about Greg Rand and what OwnAmerica can do for your future in REI.
Lenders are the people who make REI possible—as people enter the real estate industry, there’s only so much you can do with your own capital. Today’s guest, Bob Eakin comes from JCAP Lending, and talks with Abhi about how to get far in your REI pursuits by way of choosing and wisely spending the correct types of loans. Topics also covered include current market speculations, and tips to remember as you buy property.
Get in touch with JCAP Lending through their website: JCAP.net, or email info@jcap.net.
President of Ignite Funding and featured speaker at the Think Realty Conference & Expo in Irvine, California, Carrie Cook converses with Abhi about a passion the two have in common in the REI industry—trust deeds. Carrie explains the reasoning behind why her company focuses on trust deeds, and Abhi details why he believes trust deeds are one of the smartest and easiest investments to be a part of.
Visit IgniteFunding.com for webinars, news, and other education about trust deeds For for more information on Carrie Cook, read this short article Think Realty wrote about Carrie in 2017.
Today, Abhi’s guest on Think Realty Radio is Rod Khleif, host of the Lifetime Cashflow Podcast and real-life rags-to-riches story. After growing up on the brink of poverty, he chose a career in real estate and during his pursuit, learned the keys to success in the REI game. His method of choice is multi-family housing, but as Rod chats with Abhi, he explains how you can be successful in whichever investing path you choose—you just have to be dedicated.
Listen to the Lifetime Cashflow podcast here, or visit RodKhleif.com to learn more about his REI outlook.
And as a special courtesy to Think Realty Radio listeners, text “Rod” to 41411 to receive a FREE copy of his book on investing!
Norris Group president Bruce Norris joins Abhi over the phone to talk about a wide range of REI topics including the four quadrants of a real estate cycle, finding deals by way of good timing, and acquisition strategies—specifically in the California and Florida markets. Bruce’s ability to see the big picture makes him an expert in forecasting the climate for investors.
Learn about Bruce and get other REI resources from the Norris Group at TheNorrisGroup.com. ?
With over 25 years of experience in the real estate and finance industries, Robert Mulcahy stresses the importance of due diligence when it comes to financing. Now V.P. of Specialty Lending at Angel Oak Prime Bridge, Robert Mulcahy and Abhi offer up advice on creating an investment dream team.
Have any questions? Want more information on capital investment? Not sure where to start? Visit AOPBConnect.com.
Co-CEO of Real Wealth Network, Kathy Fettke shares with listeners her steps on becoming a better investor. Fettke shares insights on real estate market cycles and some of the experiences she has encountered in her personal REI journey. Abhi and Kathy exchange lessons they’ve learned over the years and warn newcomers of some of the easy-to-make mistakes.
Get free information and resources from the Real Wealth Network at RealWealthNetwork.com.
Investor, best-selling author, and attorney of 27 years, Bill Bronchick shares his insight on creative real estate financing, flipping properties, and legal strategies. Bill joins Abhi to level the field of investors by offering tips for anyone from beginners to real estate experts.
To get in contact with Bill Bronchick, or for more information visit LegalWiz.com.
Cost segregation specialist Joe Viery of Bedford Team explains how accelerated depreciation can potentially result in saving property owners money. Joe and Abhi discuss the differences between personal property and real property assets, acceleration of depreciation, what that really means, and the importance of having a reliable engineer to perform cost segregation studies.
Learn more about Joe Viery’s services and cost segregation, by visiting BedfordTeam.com.
Brand Ambassador for Think Realty John Wiley joins Abhi on the air to discuss the importance of finding local investors and insights on easy-to-make mistakes in the business. John and Abhi’s conversation covers a variety of topics, including how to take that difficult first leap to becoming involved in the industry, not cutting corners, and being comfortable with your decisions.
Check out RentersWarehouse.com for resources in connection to single family home rentals and growing your portfolio.
CEO of Affinity Worldwide and Think Realty coach Eddie Wilson jumps on the phone with Abhi to have a meaningful discussion about the most helpful methods of investing. Their conversation covers a full scope of the industry, including tips, formulas, and rules-of-thumb investors should use when making their next deal.
Learn more about Eddie and Affinity Worldwide at AffinityWorldwide.com.
When investors talk about capital, whether it’s borrowing or lending, countless hours of thought, research, and examination go into making the wisest decisions. Dan Leanna of Recovco Mortgage Management, LLC, converses with Abhi to highlight some of the most important aspects of lending and borrowing capital, including streamlining the process, acquiring debts and loans, and making a profit from buying/selling notes.
Visit RecovcoDirect.com to learn more about what Dan and Recovco Mortgage Management, LLC has to offer.
Guests include Charles Sells of PIP Group, co-founder of CrestCore Realty, LLC Dan Butler, and Sherman Ragland, Chief Visionary at RealInvestors.com. Topics include tax liens, turnkey alternatives, investing strategies, and more.
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Principal Managing Director of George Smith Partners, Shahin Yazdi has a stellar background of investing, including closing over $1B in financing throughout his career. Join Abhi and Shahin as they talk about industry necessities, terminology, and the correct practices for ensuring success and lucrativity as an investor.
See how George Smith Partners helps minimize risk and maximize ROIs by providing relevant research and information, at GSPartners.com.
Money lending expert and co-CEO of Triumph Capital Partners, George Flint chats with Abhi and gives a hard-money lender’s perspective on the capital borrowing process. Topics include both the good and the bad—how the market’s timetables have shifted, how important transparency is, and what not to do (like going dark on your lender.)
Visit Triumph.Capital and gain an experienced business partner to help fund your next project.
Mike Jansta, co-founder and Senior Vice President of Auction.com, knows a thing or two about finding and pulling the trigger on investments that are beneficial for the long-term. He joins Abhi to engage in a meaningful discussion about approaching and acquiring properties in a way that keeps mistakes (and lost income) to a minimum.
Set up a free account at Auction.com to take advantage of all the services they provide, completely free.
Founder and President of Strategy Properties, Inc., Michael Jordan (who swishes deals, not basketballs) is in a real estate of mind as he sits with Abhi to talk about what he’s learned through over 1,500 transactions and nearly 20 years in the real estate industry. Topics include the pros & cons of different REI paths, common mistakes to watch out for and avoid, and getting consistent returns on your investments.
Get more information and tips from Michael and his team at StrategyProperties.com.
As Editor-in-Chief of Think Realty Magazine, Carole Ellis is privy to all of the latest market information available. With her up-to-date wealth of knowledge and years of real estate experience, she’s able to share her intuitive insights on where the market is today, where it’s heading in the near future, and tips on reading the market effectively.
Whether it’s single- or multi-family housing, local markets or across the country, seasoned investors and beginners should always realize the power of strong, reliable data. While there’s no such thing as too much data, oftentimes investors can become paralyzed by the wealth of information and are reluctant to make the next move. Harding Easley from Yardi Matrix chats with Abhi to reveal how smart investors use data to their benefit.
To find out more about Harding or start receiving industry data from Yardi Matrix, visit YardiMatrix.com.
Sam Freshman has led a highly successful and lucrative career investing in real estate, especially through syndication. He hangs out with Abhi to share some of his knowledge, and chat about things like bridge loans, how to raise capital for your deals, and which cities are hot right now.
Learn more about Sam Freshman and the Standard Management Company at StandardManagement.com.
Guests include Marco Santarelli of Norada Real Estate Investments, Cathy Crowe of All Star Home Group Realty, and Brett Crosby with Peerstreet Financial. Guests touch on topics such as mistakes REIs make, buying properties remotely, and vetting parties involved in a loan.
Scott brings his extensive real estate experience to Think Realty Radio in this educational interview covering the topics investors need to know about in the money-lending world. Abhi and Scott discuss matters such as HUD financing, loans, and the current state of housing markets across the country.
For more information on Greystone or to get in touch with Scott Thurman, visit GreyCo.com.
Featured guests include David Greenberger from My1031Place.com, CEO of Investability Solutions Dennis Cisterna, & Best Ever podcast host Joe Fairless (JoeFairless.com). Topics include finding deals, the 1031 Exchange, and why property management matters.
Long-time real estate investor James Wachob explains how to confidently build your portfolio by finding and buying good rentals on a consistent basis, allowing you to grow as an investor and provide financial security for generations.
Get in touch with James Wachob at ThinkMemphisRealEstate.com.
House-flipping expert Matt Rodak dialogues with Abhi to cover everything involved in fixing & flipping houses—from funding, lending, and borrowing, to the helpful role technology plays and the financial efficacy of all the possible REI routes that 2018 has to offer.
To find out more information about Matt Rodak or to enlist his service, go to FundThatFlip.com.
Handpicked selections from conversations featuring guests including Linda Libertori from MyLandlordHelper, CEO and founder of OwnAmerica Greg Rand, and Michael Miller with 5 Arch Funding. Topics include common landlord mistakes, funding, and insurance.
Think Realty “superstar” and Brand Ambassador John Wiley explains his thought process behind transitioning his personal real estate portfolio from owning and managing properties to being more lease option- & contract for deed-centric. John has discovered this approach lends itself to involve less drama, more money-making, and a better ROI.
Keep up with John Wiley on Twitter!
UC Berkeley graduate, start-up advisor, and public speaker Jeff Butler joins Abhi on Think Realty Radio to share his knowledge of the millennial mindset, and how smart managers should cast aside millennial stereotypes that detract from a company’s progress. Topics also covered include the role of technology and the benefit of hiring people smarter than you.
Have questions for Jeff? Have them answered at JeffJButler.com.
Louise Phillips Forbes started from scratch to begin a career as a broker in New York City. Over the course of a fruitful few decades, she rose to become one of the most prominent brokers of Manhattan. Louise sat down with Abhi to detail the strategies and mindsets which made her successful and which she believes can benefit everyone in the industry.
Learn more about Louise and see her properties at LouisePhillipsForbes.com.
The Best of Think Realty Radio presents a compiled collection of clips hand-selected by Abhi himself, including informative segments from episodes featuring John Wiley, Daren Blomquist, Jean Guarino, & more.
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Self-described “wealth-builder” Sonia Booker is back on the show, this time to chat with Abhi about mistakes that occur when investors aren’t upfront with themselves about their abilities & motives in the REI world. Sonia is among the nation’s top go-to thought-leaders on wealth creation and real estate investing.
Learn more about Sonia at SoniaBooker.com.
John Larson of American Real Estate Investments has a lot in common with Abhi—they’ve been involved in flipping houses in the Detroit, Michigan area since their early REI years. Now, John joins Abhi on Think Realty Radio to discuss his personal investing philosophies.
Learn more about John and American Real Estate Investments at AREIUSA.com.
Hard money lender and founding partner of LendingHome, Josh Stech joins Abhi for an informative conversation covering everything from A-Z on hard money lending, including how to approach it, making educated decisions, and the benefits available to borrowers.
For more information on Josh Stech and LendingHome, visit LendingHome.com.
Abhi links up with Keith to talk about their shared love for multi-family rentals and their reasoning behind it, including higher occupancy rates, consistent revenue streams, diversified portfolios, and easier property management.
Learn more about Keith Wasserman and Gelt, Inc. at Geltinc.com.
Former life coach and self-described “life-learner,” John Wiley joins Abhi on the air to talk about the impact negative thinking has on investors and their bottom lines. As a Think Realty Brand Ambassador, Wiley helps dispel common mental barriers many new investors face, and reveals his favorite ways to overcome them.
“Recovering Attorney” David Greenberger sits with with Abhi to talk about Greenberger’s specialty as a 1031 accommodator—a tax professional who helps clients save large amounts of money by selling their real estate properties completely tax-free.
Get in touch with David and learn about your available benefits at SellTaxFree.com.
Abhi and Chad Doty pick up the microphone and discuss creating passive income with minimal risk thanks to a formulaic and evidence-based approach to finding the best property investment opportunities.
Learn more about Evidence Based Investing and get a free report at 37parallel.com/thinkrealty.
Michael Hoffman talks good money habits with Abhi and reveals industry-wise rules of thumb to ensure financially-savvy decision-making. As a lawyer, investor, and hard-money lender, Michael Hoffman is the founder of Longhorn Investments, and carries years and millions of dollars of experience under his belt.
To contact Michael Hoffman or learn more about Longhorn Investments, visit LonghornInvestments.com.
Garrett and Abhi sit down to talk about difficult scenarios many REIs experience at some point, how to avoid them with proactivity, and how to take care of your investments for the future. Garrett is an experienced attorney, best-selling author, and one of Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad’s Advisors.
Learn more about Garrett at Sutlaw.com.
Why do you invest? It’s more than just the money in your bank account. Abhi and guest Nate Armstrong discuss successes, failures and the mindset of real estate investors.
Featuring guest Nate Armstrong, Co-Founder at Home Invest
Exploring real estate notes, an underlying lien that you can purchase and will provide you cash flow.
Featuring guest Bill Mencarow, President & Co-Founder of The Paper Source. https://papersourceonline.com/
Where we are in the market today and what strategies you need to look at to find the right type of deals.
Featuring guest Larry Goins, President of the Goins Group.
In this episode we delve into the details of REI insurance and liability. As a real estate investor you need insurance, but knowing what the right coverage you need is important for covering your assets.
Featuring guest Shawn Woedl, Senior Vice President of the National Real Estate Insurance Group https://nreig.com/
What it takes to win, how to take defeat, and what we need to do to keep going.
Featuring Jennifer Jo Cobb, NASCAR Driver and team owner.
The formula to getting funded so you can be successful and grow your business.
Featuring guest Merrill Chandler, founder of CreditSense. http://creditsense.com/
Trends in markets and borrowers that are impacting changes in lending.
Featuring guest George Flint, Co-CEO and Co-founder of Triumph Capital Partners. https://www.triumph.capital/
Understanding who you are and looking at all of the possible areas of investing to narrow your scope to the areas that fit you.
Featuring guest Ben Fredricks, President of AIS, Inc
Navigating the waters of raising capital for your deals, no matter how small or big they are.
Featuring guest Sal Buscemi of The Commercial Investor, http://thecommercialinvestor.com
How to find deals, what you should look for, and who you should be making relationships with.
Featuring guest Sherman Ragland, Chief Visionary at Realinvestors.
Providing clarification on the complicated realm of taxes and how they affect you as an investor.
Featuring guest Heidi Henderson, Executive Vice President of Engineer Tax Services.
The best ways to get your money to work for you and what to be wary of as you start your investing journey.
Featuring guest Kathy Fettke, co-founder and CEO of The Real Wealth Network.
Exploring passive investing strategies and the do's and don'ts for you to succeed in the market.
Featuring guest Marco Santarelli, founder of Norada Real Estate Investments.
One of the most exciting parts of beginning real estate is figuring out your investing personality. Once you do, there are so many opportunities that come as a result.
Featuring guest Ben Rao, Think Realty coach and founder of Bridge Space.
Exploring the unique investing opportunity of senior housing and residential assisted living.
Featuring guest Gene Guarino, President of the Residential Assisted Living Academy. http://residentialassistedlivingacademy.com/
Find out how much tech in a home is too much, how home automation can add value for renters, and how it adds value to you as a property manager.
Featuring guest Sean Miller, President of PointCentral.
You can't make uninformed decisions when dealing with assets this big. Any seasoned investor knows that data plays a huge role in investing and can make your strategy that much better.
Featuring guests Erica Ruzika of Rentfax and Scott Hampton of Hampton & Hampton Management & Leasing.
There are so many important decisions to make when you start investing! You have to find the right people, the right information, the right technology, the right tools, the right resources, the right mentors and the right circles to be successful.
Featuring guest Carole Ellis, editor in chief of the Think Realty Magazine
What wealth can truly mean for you and how to maximize on the potential that real estate investing can give you.
Featuring guest John Wiley, Think Realty Brand Ambassador.
If you're leaving real estate assets in your own name, you're putting yourself at risk. Why having an LLC is not enough and asset protection can take different routes depending on your assets and strategy.
Featuring guest Dan McNeff, CEO of Legally Mine.
If you've been considering starting small in real estate investing, this is the episode for you!
Featuring guest Sonia Booker. Sonia is a Think Realty coach and among the nation’s top ‘Go To’ thought-leaders on wealth creation and real estate investing. Sonia wrote the bestseller “Real Estate and Wealth: Investing in the American Dream.” Her second book “Self Wealth For Women: An Inspirational Book & Journal” shares her own personal story of wealth building along with those of other women.
How joint ventures can help you grow as your investments get bigger.
Featuring guest Jeff Lerman, partner at Lerman Law Partners, LLP.
Six red flags to look for that might tell you you’re dealing with an unethical lender.
Featuring guest Chrissey Breault, Director of Marketing and Member Services for the American Association of Private Lenders (AAPL)
What you need to consider before beginning your investment journey and how to take those beginning steps once you're in the mindset of an investor.
Featuring guest Douglas Skipworth, Principal Broker at CrestCore Realty LLC.
How networking is the easiest way to get started and make money in REI and tips to do it better.
Featuring guest Pam Goodwin, Think Realty Coach, Author of "Winning Ways In Commercial Real Estate," and the founder and CEO of Goodwin Commercial based in Dallas, Texas.
Top tips, diversification buckets, marketing cycles and investing with a purpose.
Featuring guest Rick Melero of HIS Capital Group.
Navigating the waters when it comes to raising capital for any and all investment opportunities.
Featuring guest Jason Powell, Real Estate and Securities Attorney at Bjornson Law
Right and wrong practices in investing, being a broker, and keeping up with the market.
Featuring guest Chris Lazarus, Chief Operating Officer & Principal Broker at Sellect Realty.
Part two of our interviews from the Think Realty Dallas Conference and Expo with segments featuring Think Realty coaches including Sonia Booker, Ben Rao, Gary Harper, and Pam Goodwin.
A special show from the Think Realty Dallas Conference and Expo with segments from multiple guests including Mack Brown, Carrie Cook, Rob Nickell, and Garland Davis.
How to take the next step into multi-family real estate If you've been investing in single-family and the benefits of diversifying your portfolio.
Featuring guest Brad Sumrok, founder and president of Brad Sumrok MultiFamily Investing
The power of distilling data and making it actionable for your investing decision making.
Featuring guest Daren Blomquist, Senior Vice President of ATTOM Data Solutions. (www.attomdata.com)
Exploring the value and long-term benefits of investing in rentals.
Featuring guest Kevin Ortner, CEO of Renters Warehouse & Author of "Rent Estate Revolution"
How to decide the best way to finance your investments and the mistakes you should avoid on the way.
Featuring guest Beau Eckstein, Senior Loan Originator at Conventus Lending.
How you can diversify your investing strategy with single family rentals.
Featuring guest Michael Miller, CMO of 5arch (https://5archfunding.com/)
Trends to pay attention to and how to find your own strategy to dominate the market!
Feature guest Carole Ellis, editor of the Think Realty Magazine
Thinking about making the switch from Stocks to Single-Families? Ready to learn how REI is the gift that keeps on giving? Learn how to add real estate investing to your portfolio.
Featuring guest Lauren Taylor, founder at Capaven.
The best ways to get stated in single family real estate investing.
Featuring guest Zach Evanish, Director of Business Development at Roofstock
How any DIY investor can scale using the correct: Technology, Strategy, and Team.
Featuring guest Linda Liberatore, President of Secure Pay One and Think Realty coach.
The value of having a good network and using it to build: Businesses, Buildings, and Relationships.
Featuring guest Eddie Wilson, CEO of Think Realty.
How do you "set it and forget it" in real estate investing? Learn about the possibilities in REI that take less work.
Featuring guests Garland Davis and Austin Kerr of Equity and Help Incorporated (www.equityandhelp.com)
"Uncle Sam" can have huge impact on profits and success as a real estate investor. Learn about self-directed IRAs and how they can benefit you.
Featuring guest Edwin Kelly, Chief Executive Officer of Specialized IRA Services.
The pros and cons of getting licensed as a broker before getting into real estate investing.
Featuring guest Vance Wampler, owner of Real Estate Reformation.
How trust deed investments can earn you passive income and why they should be added to your "Real Estate Pyramid."
Featuring guest Carrie Cook, President of Ignite Funding.
Taking the first steps into real estate investment and avoiding the common mistakes new investors make.
Featuring guest Sherman Ragland, founder of DCREIA and dean of the Realinvestors Academy.
The cannabis industry and the effect it is having on real estate.
Featuring guest Pete Asmus, owner of The Turnkey Investor and CEO of GreenZone Properties