The REI Concierge Podcast

In today's episode Tim and Lisa share a few updates on Lisa's process of (trying) to purchase a Quad.And we discuss a recent article in The Washington Post, Investors Bought a Record Share of Homes in 2021.While lots of institutional investors are buying homes, we think it's very important for personal investors to continue to invest and provide quality homes for our tenants.  It's an additional reason to develop this part of your financial portfolio and can be a win-win situation for both tenants and landlords!Connect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Tim and Lisa discuss the ins and outs of closing from afar.  How to keep the entire team in touch and communicating, taking proactive measures as the "Communications Manager," and the differences of closing from out of the country using the Embassy Notary Services versus using a POA.We hope these ideas will keep you from being too stressed during your closing!  Please reach out at any time with questions and we'll be happy to support you!Connect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Our guest today is Jean Aldinger, Real Estate Agent, Investor, and our newest team member here at The REI Concierge!Jean has years of experience investing locally in the Napa Valley as well as from a distance in the Midwest.  She brings her expertise, lessons learned, and positive outlook to her own portfolio and will be sharing with us as well!We are super excited to be expanding our team to serve our clients better!Enjoy getting to know Jean and learning about her journey!Connect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Our guest today is Scott Sweitzer, owner of Prime Settlement and Prime Estate Planning.  Scott is also a rookie real estate investor and already finding some amazing deals!If you've ever wondered why we need to work through Title Companies, listen up!  Scott answer this and so much more.  Scott shares his experience with Section 8 housing as well as so many valuable insights into the importance of estate planning.  This is a great conversation and we can't wait to have Scott back for more learning!Scott's websites:Prime SettlementPrime Estate PlanningConnect with Scott:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sweitzer-6a30135LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prime-settlement-incLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prime-estate-planningInstagram: www.instagram.com/primeestateplanningInstagram: www.instagram.com/primesettlementFacebook: www.facebook.com/PrimeSettlementFacebook: www.facebook.com/PrimeEstatePlanningConnect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Tim and Lisa discuss the importance of that foundational reason of WHY you are investing in real estate.  This can change over time and it's worth reviewing regularly -- and the start of a new year is a great opportunity to do so!Mentioned by Tim:Atomic Habits by James Clear (book)Make Life Less Difficult Podcast by Lisa TilstraConnect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Tim and Lisa are back with Season 3 of The REI Concierge Podcast!We're looking forward to this next series of podcast episodes and appreciate you listening in!!Happy Real Estate Adventures!Connect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Tim  & Lisa reflect on Season 2 of The REI Concierge Podcast.It's been an amazing journey so far and we're grateful to all our listeners and guests!Can't wait to start Season 3 in mid-January.Happy New Year!Connect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Our guest today is Wes Thompson.  Wes is on active duty for the Army and lives in Zambia.  He's about a year into his real estate investing journey and is passionate about it.He's also a zen master as staying calm under pressure and dealing with the unexpected difficulties that come along with owning houses!Wes is a client of The REI Concierge and we're so happy to share his story with you today.He is a masterful networker and welcomes anyone to reach out to him with questions, comments, money to put towards projects, or just to connect!  You can reach Wes at: cessnaking370@yahoo.comConnect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Gabe Whitmer, Mortgage Banker at First Bank of Tennessee, joins us again at the end of 2021 to share updates from the world of lending, insights into interest rates, regulations updates, and more!Listen in to hear the current updates and hopes for 2022!Connect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Tim and Lisa share some updates on their lives, the market in Maryland for investors, and general trends for RE.Enjoy!Connect with Tim and Lisa:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com