

The REtipster Podcast | Land Investing & Real Estate Strategies
Seth Williams
Discover how to make great money in land investing, self-storage, rental properties and other unique real estate niches—without taking huge risks or sacrificing your lifestyle.The REtipster Podcast is the go-to resource for new and experienced land investors and real estate professionals. Host Seth Williams pulls back the curtain on his successful land flipping business and self-storage portfolio, sharing proven strategies to help you skyrocket your income, quit your day job, and achieve financial freedom—WITHOUT risking your life savings.Each episode covers essential land investing strategies, real estate business tips, and actionable advice to keep you ahead in today's market. Learn exactly what works (and what doesn’t) directly from Seth’s decade-plus experience as a land investor, self-storage investor, and online educator.Join thousands of successful land investors and entrepreneurs who tune in weekly to gain real-world insights and inspiration to crush it in their real estate businesses.
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May 7, 2024 • 1h
Strategic Subdividing: Chuck Dreison Talks Funding, Experience, and Philosophy
183: I met Chuck Dreison this past year when I was looking for members of our community with experience subdividing land in different markets around the country.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/183)Chuck was one of the few people who raised his hand, and since then, Chuck and I have spent a fair amount of time together as he’s shown me the ropes of how minor land divisions work in his market (which has plenty of differences from how I’ve seen it work in other markets around the US).One of the biggest things I’ve learned from job-shadowing subdividers around the country is that the expertise a person develops with subdividing in one state doesn’t always transfer to the next state or even the next county over.I wanted to get Chuck on the podcast to talk more about his story and how his subdividing business works. I also wanted to talk about partnering with other land investors, either as the operator, doing the hands-on work, or as a funder providing the capital.It’s a topic that goes hand-in-hand with subdividing in many ways because many subdivides are naturally bigger deals that require much more money to acquire and do the work of subdividing. As I’ve been developing a solid framework for how I fund land deals for other land investors, Chuck has given me some great feedback about what he’s seen in the industry and what he wants to see from the operator’s side. 🙋🏻♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business 😀 Join the REtipster Forum!Connect with experienced investors and get expert advice. 🛠️ All My Favorite Tools and Resources 🛠️The best software, services, and gear I use daily

Apr 23, 2024 • 53min
Pat Porter Shares a Lifetime of Lessons Cultivated in Farmland
182: Pat Porter returns to the REtipster Podcast to discuss farmland! Pat brings his wealth of invaluable insights to the (podcast) table.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/182)In this episode, Pat shares his expertise on investing in farmland, covering everything from important factors to consider when buying farmland as an investment, the typical returns investors can expect, and how converting raw land into irrigated cropland can increase property values. Pat even demonstrates how global market trends can essentially predict land values.If you're even a little bit curious about making your money work in the land game, Pat's stories and insights are as entertaining as they are educational. I hope you walk away feeling as enlightened as I did about the opportunities that farmland presents. 🙋🏻♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business 😀 Join the REtipster Forum!Connect with experienced investors and get expert advice. 🛠️ All My Favorite Tools and Resources 🛠️The best software, services, and gear I use daily

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Apr 9, 2024 • 1h 4min
Land Funding Expert Steve Hodgdon Breaks Down What Really Matters
181: I'm excited to have Steve Hodgdon on the show today. He's a smart guy with years of experience in land investing and real estate. Rather than overpromising, Steve gives straight-shooting advice about the real complexities of this business.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/181)We have a free-flowing conversation about some of the less glamorous but oh-so important fundamentals—doing your homework on deals, choosing partners wisely, and how to leverage technology to make better decisions. AI is a big part of the discussion, but he also cautions that the human element is still key to verifying deals, and legwork is still king.Steve's not flashy, but I appreciate his thoughtful approach and how generous he is about sharing hard-won knowledge. Whether you're an operator looking for funding or interested in backing other investors yourself, this chat breaks down some key ideas that any land flipper can apply right away. 🙋🏻♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business 😀 Join the REtipster Forum!Connect with experienced investors and get expert advice. 🛠️ All My Favorite Tools and Resources 🛠️The best software, services, and gear I use daily

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Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 21min
Subdivide and Thrive: How Neil Clements Plots Success With Subdividing Land
Neil Clements, an expert in land subdivision, shares insights on maximizing profit through creative marketing, navigating regulations, and finding promising land opportunities. He delves into challenges, strategies, and the importance of due diligence in successful land development projects. Discusses unconventional land uses, profitable subdivision strategies, and efficient real estate marketing.

Mar 12, 2024 • 1h 24min
An Unconventional Way to Turn Gold Into a Cash Flow Machine w/ Monetary Metals
Discover how gold can be transformed into a cash flow machine with insights on its historical significance, role as a hedge against inflation, and preservation of wealth. Unravel the impact of Nixon's closure of the gold window and explore the unique opportunity to lease out gold for income generation while retaining ownership. Learn about diversifying investments with gold leasing and optimizing gold allocation in investment portfolios for passive income.

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Feb 27, 2024 • 1h 20min
Don't Fear the Zeros: How Matt Theriault Built His Real Estate Empire From Scratch
From starting in the music industry to building a 350+ unit real estate portfolio, Matt shares insights on overcoming fear in real estate investing. He emphasizes the importance of tackling challenges with creativity and critical thinking, showcasing the same effort is needed for big and small deals. Matt's journey is inspiring, packed with practical advice for lifelong learners in the real estate field.

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Feb 13, 2024 • 58min
How Logan Fullmer Makes a Fortune Fixing Title Problems
Logan Fullmer, an investor in land and commercial real estate, talks about resolving title problems to buy properties at insane discounts. He shares common title issues, how to identify properties with issues, costs involved, and tips for getting started. The podcast also discusses managing downside risk, Texas property laws, determining offer amount, increasing property value, and fixing title problems.

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Jan 30, 2024 • 1h 10min
The Art of Land Transformation: David Hansen's Secrets to Maximizing Land Value
176: Today, I’m talking with a new friend named David Hansen.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/176)David Hansen is a civil engineer and planner with a wide breadth of experience in land development. He recently gave me a great education on taking any property with a potential for development and figuring out how to set it up so it’s worth the most after the development.Why is this important? With David's knowledge and skill set, he can create money out of thin air by understanding municipal planning and zoning ordinances and creating subdivisions that can deliver the most value and achieve their highest and best use.If you have any interest or experience subdividing land, you will get immense value from this conversation! 🙋🏻♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business 😀 Join the REtipster Forum!Connect with experienced investors and get expert advice. 🛠️ All My Favorite Tools and Resources 🛠️The best software, services, and gear I use daily

Jan 16, 2024 • 1h 12min
Land Investor Spotlight: Ryan Love's Fast-Track Triumph
Ryan Love, a 23-year-old entrepreneur in the land business, shares his fast-track triumph. Topics include starting out in the land business, the power of Zapier in business automation, using electronic signatures and metrics to improve contract signing, challenges of tracking metrics and exploring automation tools, factors for success in real estate investing, and reflections on fear and priorities.

Jan 2, 2024 • 1h 6min
Electrician to Land Mogul: Chris Johnsen's High-Voltage Land Investing Journey
Former electrician Chris Johnsen shares his journey from stumbling into land investing to building a highly profitable land-flipping business. Topics discussed include taking the leap into full-time investing, buying properties outright vs using options, exploring conversational AI platforms and the future of AI, Chris' unfair advantage in real estate, the importance of a strong support system and setting expectations with sellers, business passion and future plans, and the idea of creating a sports complex for extracurricular activities.