Real Estate Rookie
BiggerPockets
Ready to build your real estate empire… but not sure where to begin?Think of us as your personal trainer.From detailed breakdowns of real-world deals… to one-on-one coaching sessions and a warm, welcoming community… hosts Ashley Kehr and Tony J Robinson bring on a wide range of guests to tackle the “newbie” questions you've wondered about but might be afraid to ask.Looking to 10X your real estate investing business this year? This show isn’t for you.Looking for your first, second, or third deal -- or envisioning a more modest portfolio? Step right up. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, we’ll arm you with the tips, tools, and roadmaps you'll need as you embark on your journey toward financial freedom.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 46min
391: The Low-Cost Way to “Invest” in Real Estate in 2024 (Without Buying Rentals) w/Veronica Garreton
Experienced investor Veronica Garreton shares tips on co-hosting as a low-cost strategy in real estate. She discusses managing properties efficiently, preventing damages, and the shift to medium-term rentals. Learn about handling challenging guests, enhancing guest experiences, and the importance of clear communication in property management.
Apr 8, 2024 • 41min
390: Making Over $10K/Month Thanks to “Conscious” Multifamily Investing w/Yiting Yang
Yiting Yang, a successful multifamily investor and pediatric neurologist, shares how she generates over $10,000 monthly cash flow. She discusses the importance of choosing an investment strategy aligned with your goals, dealing with financing struggles, and the mental side of investing. Yiting emphasizes practicing mindfulness, selecting the right lender over the lowest interest rate, and navigating challenges in real estate investing.
Apr 5, 2024 • 46min
389: Rookie Reply: How to Find a Property Manager & Set up Rentals Out of State
Learn how to find a property manager in a competitive market, design your rental property for success, and invest out of state. Should you buy a 'haunted' house? Explore rental strategies, banking options, and more in this informative episode.
Apr 3, 2024 • 43min
388: How to Save Your Cash Flow When Dealing with a “Problem” Property w/Ashley Robinson
Experienced investor Ashley Robinson shares how she overcame challenges with a unique rental property in Salida, Colorado. Topics include converting residential to commercial, working around short-term rental caps, getting approved for commercial loans, and managing financing obstacles.
Apr 1, 2024 • 55min
387: The Step-by-Step Guide to Flipping Houses and High-ROI Home Renovations w/James Dainard
James Dainard, a seasoned investor and master house flipper, shares his step-by-step guide to flipping houses successfully. He discusses creating accurate budgets, choosing high-ROI renovation projects, finding reliable contractors, and involving real estate agents throughout the process. He also shares valuable lessons from a costly flipping mistake and highlights the importance of data-driven decision-making for profitable rehab projects.
Mar 29, 2024 • 43min
386: Rookie Reply: Will It Cash Flow? Analyzing BRRRRs, Hotels, & Commercial Deals
Learn how to analyze BRRRR deals and ensure cash flow, manage hard money lender payback creatively, furnish Airbnb rentals on a budget, handle difficult tenants, and explore commercial real estate investing
Mar 27, 2024 • 35min
385: How to Save Your Rental Property When “Good” Tenants Turn BAD w/Chelsea Borden
Chelsea Borden, a real estate investor with duplex properties, shares how a bad tenant caused $11,000 in damages. She discusses the importance of renters insurance, evictions, home renovation tips, screening tenants, and insurance policies. The episode highlights challenges faced by landlords, legal actions, managing property damages, renovating properties, tenant screening best practices, and reflections on real estate journey.
Mar 25, 2024 • 51min
384: The “Luxury” Rental Property That Brings in $150K/Year of Pure Profit w/Veronica Garreton
Learn how Veronica turned a $750K rental property into a $150K profit powerhouse in one year. Discover tips on enhancing guest experiences, using influencer marketing, and adding luxury touches to any rental property. Dive into the world of luxury real estate investing and get inspired to maximize your rental profits.
Mar 22, 2024 • 33min
383: Rookie Reply: “Managing” Your Property Manager & How to Invest While in Debt w/Tiamo Wright and Mindy Jensen
Learn how to handle property managers, invest in real estate while in debt, and fund large real estate projects. Get tips on buying short-term rental properties and the first step to take when purchasing a rental property. Explore communication with property managers and strategies for house hacking to reduce debt. Discover ways to navigate real estate development without initial funds and build confidence as a real estate investor.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 40min
382: The REAL Cost of Bad Tenants and “Cheap” Contractors (Mistakes to Avoid!) w/Dan Stowell
Learn from investor Dan Stowell's costly mistakes of dealing with bad tenants and hiring cheap contractors. Hear how $47k water damage and a 1,000-day rehab didn't deter him. Get tips on tenant screening, contractor selection, and handling property challenges.
