In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli and Ryan Carriere are joined by Chris Prefontaine, real estate veteran, founder of Smart Real Estate Coach, and leader of the Wicked Smart Community.
Chris brings over three decades of experience to the table and breaks down how to invest without banks, structure zero-interest seller financing deals, and navigate subject-to transactions with confidence. You'll also hear about:
- Why 2008 changed the way Chris does business forever
- How creative financing works in any market cycle
- The power of principal-only payments
- Real-world examples of building long-term wealth without traditional loans
Whether you're looking to grow your long-term rental portfolio, invest in short-term rentals, or just want to stop competing in the bank-financed rat race, this episode is packed with insights and strategy.
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