

The REI Concierge Podcast
The REI Concierge - Lisa Tilstra & Tim Robinson
The REI Concierge helps Americans living abroad find and buy great investment properties in the US.From analyzing markets to finding local partners to closing your first deal, we’re partnered with you every step of the way.In this podcast we share our experiences, talk with experts in the field, explore options for real estate investing, and have fun talking about a topic we love!
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Feb 22, 2023 • 1h 4min
Liz Conrad: Considerations for Financing and Lending
Tim and Lisa are talking with Liz Conrad today. Liz is a former EFM (eligible family member in the Foreign Service) and Senior Loan Officer with George Mason Mortgage.Liz joins us to talk through financing and lending considerations as well as less conventional loan options such as portfolio lending.Learn more about Liz here.Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Feb 15, 2023 • 58min
Elliot Tan: From Professional Basketball to Real Estate
Tim and Lisa are thrilled to talk with Elliot Tan today! Elliot was a professional basketball player in Taiwan when he bought his first rental property back in the US. Since then, he's retired from basketball and is in the midst of multiple flipping projects!His story is fantastic and we believe you'll be inspired in so many ways!If you are interested in connecting with Elliot and learning more about his projects, reach out to info@thereiconcierge.com.Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Feb 9, 2023 • 48min
Avery Carl talks all about Short Term Rentals
Tim and Lisa are thrilled to talk with Avery Carl of The Short Term Shop and Bigger Pockets. Avery is a successful investor in both long term and short term rentals but has really made her mark on the REI world with short term rental education and guidance.Find out more at The Short Term Shop.Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Feb 1, 2023 • 51min
Kevin Brenner of Active Duty Passive Income
Tim and Lisa are excited to share our conversation with Kevin Brenner of Active Duty Passive Income (ADPI)!Kevin has a great story of investing and growing his portfolio and getting involved with ADPI. ADPI is an amazing community of investors associated with the US Military. They have many opportunities to get involved, learn, connect, collaborate, and explore.Learn more here.Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Jan 25, 2023 • 38min
Hello Season 5! Great to be back!
Tim and Lisa are excited to be back with you for Season 5 of The REI Concierge Podcast!We've missed our weekly connections and have a great season planned for you.As always, reach out with any questions, comments, suggestions, or to be on the podcast!Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Dec 14, 2022 • 37min
Season 4 Finale!
Tim and Lisa wrap up Season 4 and 2022 with reflections on the year, some goals for 2023, and extra special "seasoning"!Thanks for joining us for the journey!!Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Dec 2, 2022 • 43min
Gabe Whitmer Brings Us up to Date on News from the Mortgage Industry
Tim and Lisa are thrilled to talk again with Gabe Whitmer, Mortgage Banker, with FirstBank of Tennessee.Gabe shares updates on rates, ways to decide if it's a good time to buy or not, and more wisdom to keep you focused and moving forward in your investment journey.Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Nov 23, 2022 • 58min
Matt Shedd, Retired Foreign Service Officer, Shares His REI Story
Lisa and Tim are excited to have Matt Shedd joining today. Matt is a retired Foreign Service Officer who has strategically built his real estate investing portfolio over the years to supplement his retirement. Matt and his wife have been conservative investors with great success! He's got a LOT of wisdom to share and lessons learned with his journey!Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Nov 16, 2022 • 38min
Creating Margin... to keep your sleep peaceful!
Tim & Lisa discuss perspectives on rents - are they rising, falling? Should I be concerned? Should I raise rents? Keep them the same? Lower them?We explore various ways to create margin in your portfolio during these times of uncertainty and ambiguity. Each investor must find what works for them and remember to find what allows them to keep sleeping soundly!!Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Nov 9, 2022 • 36min
Year End Tips and Tricks to Manage your Portfolio
Hey there! Tim and Jean share great tips today about organizing yourself for the year's end, which is nearly upon us!Listen in, get some ideas, add your own and decrease your stress when it comes time for taxes!Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.comConnect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com