Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast

So many Real Estate Investors that I talk to are frustrated with today's market. Many properties that are listed by agents are receiving multiple offers and sellers are listing at prices too high to make a decent return on investment. Wouldn't it be nice to know how to find properties for sale that aren't listed anywhere and there's virtually no competition? Tony Youngs is an expert at finding this Hidden Market of Distressed Properties, and he's back on the show today to tell us how to find these Hidden Gems in your own neighborhood. Tony was also a guest on episode #50, and he's also returning to Grand Rapids for the RPOA 2020 Annual Conference & Expo, which is happening February 27-29 at the Devos Place Convention Center. Go to www.rpoaonline.org to find out more. On today's show Tony & I are going to take a deep dive into the conversations he has with sellers, how he approaches them, the phrases and tactics he uses, how he makes his offer, and whether the buyer or seller should be the first to name the price. I know you're going to enjoy this episode because there's a lot of actionable advice from Tony that will provide tremendous value to the success of your next offer.

My guest today has over 35 years of investing experience, and he's personally completed more than 2,000 real estate deals, making hundreds of millions of dollars. He's a dealmaker, teacher, and walks the talk. And today, John Burley will be sharing some of his secrets of how he uses other people's money to do his deals, and how you too, can become an expert in raising private money. John is going to be a featured speaker at the 2020 Michigan Landlord & Real Estate Investor Annual Conference & Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan next month, February 27th, through 29th. Go to rpoaonline.org to find out more. John will reveal The Secrets of Raising Private Money, and the seven simple steps anyone can follow to get money in your pocket now. You'll learn how to get paid up front, during, and at the end of the deal, and you'll also learn techniques to help you take control of your financial future using real estate! And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

Note buying is a super-hot investment strategy, and my guest today, Donna Bauer, knows how to do it the right way. She began buying notes 20 years ago as a way to support her four young boys while still remaining a stay-at-home-mom. Today, she is the nation's most recognized authority on note buying. As the founder and president of NoteBuyer, Inc., her strategies on note buying and short sales have had tremendous results for her student/investors. Donna will also be a featured speaker at the 2020 Michigan Landlord & Real Estate Investor Annual Conference & Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan this February 27th, through 29th. Go to www.rpoaonline.org to find out more. Donna was a guest two years ago and you can listen to episode #106 to learn more about her background and the basics of her strategies. Today we're going to do a deeper dive into the advantages of buying performing notes, as well as a challenge she recently accepted to deploy $100,000 of SDIRA money to achieve 30% plus returns in one year. Donna also shares how she gets her notes to pay off early, the two profit centers of a discounted note, and the quality of notes she typically looks for. There's a lot of great info in this episode about profiting from notes without having to spend any of your own money. Enjoy! And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

What do you do if you don't have a ton of cash to get into real estate investing? Many people are looking for a way to start investing, but they don't want to go to banks or hard money lenders. Well my guest today may just have the answer for those investors. Jim Aydelotte teaches how anyone can put $5,000 to $15,000 in their bank account in 30 days or less using simple techniques that don't require you to have a lot of cash. Today we're going to talk about structuring win-win deals in today's market with Lease Options, and according to Jim, they're the fastest way to make money in real estate. Jim is The Lease Option Coach and is a nationally recognized and ultra-successful lease option expert. He coaches hundreds of students all over the country and he will also be a featured speaker at the 2020 Michigan Landlord & Real Estate Investor Annual Conference & Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan, this February 27th, through 29th. Go to www.rpoaonline.org to find out more. Today, Jim is going to tell us the difference between a 'Sandwich' Lease Option, and a 'Cooperative' Lease Option. He'll also give us real-life examples of his greatest successes as well as his worst-case scenario. Spoiler Alert – Jim has never lost money with this strategy. Jim will also discuss how this 'no-risk' strategy will perform during the next downturn or recession, and how it works no matter what the economy is doing. No matter where you are in your real estate investing path, you'll definitely want to check out today's episode. Jim's strategies are simple to understand and accessible to every type of investor. And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

After a devastating divorce and bankruptcy, my guest today, a single mother of 2, rebuilt her life through real estate. In the process, she accidentally stumbled upon a unique method for buying and profiting in real estate without using any of her own money or credit. And In just 3 years, she mastered the process, building her net worth to over $5,000,000 and $100,000 per month in positive cash flow! Today her business runs practically on AUTOPILOT, and she can focus on her family, growing investments, and helping others succeed. I'm excited to be talking with Dixie Decker, who's going to be sharing her inspirational story, and how you can get 4 times your cash flow by investing in student housing. We'll discuss how you can pay market value for a property, and still double, triple, or quadruple the average investors single-family cash flow. Dixie will also discuss her systems for leasing and managing the properties, as well as the difference between single family student housing and the larger student apartment complexes. Dixie will also be a featured speaker at the 2020 Michigan Landlord & Real Estate Investor Annual Conference & Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan this February 27th, through 29th. Go to www.rpoaonline.org to find out more. And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

Mikey Taylor was one of the most recognizable Pro-Skateboarders on the Planet. In his two decades of professional skateboarding he had lucrative sponsorship contracts, merchandise, and seven pro-model shoes. So why would he leave all that behind to become a real estate investor? Today we're going to find out how professional sports prepared him to become an entrepreneur and principal at Commune Capital where he's committed to assisting the next generation define the New American Dream. Mikey is going to share how early on his parents provided for his financial education by introducing him to a key mentor. You'll also learn how his successful shoe line(s) prepared him for post-sports success, and how professional sports can push one to the brink of destruction and quite often leaves them unprepared for the aftermath. We'll also go into detail on the type of real estate investing Mikey has been doing, as well as the fund he's created to increase his investing momentum. It's always fascinating to talk with someone who has been at the top of their game in one world, and is now playing at the same level in the real estate world. I know you're going to enjoy this episode, and it's the perfect way to start off the New Year. You can contact Mikey by email: mikey@communecapital.com Or through the web: https://communecapital.com And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

Today we're going to discuss the Buy & Hold model and compare it to the Lease Option model with Anne Amagrande. Anne is a serial entrepreneur and owner of Grande AMA & Associates. She's an expert on Real Estate Investing, Generational Wealth, and owning and growing businesses. Anne will discuss her model of providing lease options that serve both her homeowners and investors, how she times her contracts for maximum tax benefits, and how she structures her investments for passive investors and the returns they typically achieve. Anne will also be discussing the fear most first-time investors face and how to get past that in order to accomplish your first deal. She'll also discuss the importance of building a team, and who her early mentors were. Anne is also passionate about financial literacy and has a lot of great information to share for every level of investor. You can contact Anne through linkedin, or email her at anne@amagrande.com And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

In 2011, Reed Goossens quit his job in Australia and moved to the United States to become a Real Estate Investor. He ended up in New York with no job, network or family, all he had was a Gut-Feeling that he could be successful. Nine years later Reed controls over $150 Million in Commercial Real Estate, is a Best-Selling Author, and hosts a podcast called "Investing In The U.S." On Today's episode, Reed is going to share how he made it all happen, starting with his first 3-Unit in a low income neighborhood. He'll also share how he found a mentor who set him on the path to success, his perspective on the U.S. Real Estate Market V.S. the rest of the world, and the shifting Return-On-Investment expectations that investors should be realistic about. Reed has found great success in this country, and I'm excited to have him share his story with you. You can reach Reed through his website: https://www.reedgoossens.com And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

Mark Owens once owned a successful Computer Training Business, until he left it behind to find Financial Freedom through Real Estate Investing. Now he hasn't earned W-2 Income for over 10 years, and he's been investing in the Baltimore, Maryland area for the past 17 years, growing his portfolio from 1 to over 100 rental units. Mark has created a lifestyle that allows him to help others invest in Buy & Hold Rentals, and he provides education through investor meet ups, classes, Facebook live, and podcasts like this one. Today we're going to discuss why Mark has succeeded where others have failed, why he's never made a 'mistake', and the difference between 'going with your Gut', and obtaining the knowledge to be successful. Mark will also share how he was able to grow his portfolio so quickly, how he hired his team, and how he can 'force' appreciation on residential properties. I know you'll enjoy this conversation with Mark. There's a lot of great wisdom and advice on becoming a successful investor. You can find out more through Facebook: Mark Owens REI, or contact him through email: Mark@MarkOwens.com And visit our show on Facebook to leave comments and ask questions by going to "RPOA Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast"

The RPOA teaches a number of excellent courses for all levels of real estate investors and landlords. One of the more unique and specialized courses we teach is called "Rehabbing for Rental and Flipping Profits", and its taught by Justin Workman, who is in the studio with me today. Now this course is not your typical overview. It covers everything from A to Z, and includes on-site visits to existing properties for real world cost and labor estimations. Many of you already know that Justin is an experienced investor and licensed builder himself, and he'll personally be teaching all three sessions of this multi-day course. If you're in the Grand Rapids area, or are close enough to drive, you should definitely consider this one-of-a-kind course, which is happening next week, December 9th, 11th, & 13th of 2019 at the Rental Property Owners Association. To register or get more information, go to www.rpoaonline.org