BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast
BiggerPockets
Want financial freedom through real estate investing? Then the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast is for you. Sit down every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with Dave Meyer, the Head of Real Estate at BiggerPockets, as he uncovers tried and true tactics and shares candid conversations with real estate investors who are building wealth in today’s market. Join Dave to walk through deals that went right (and wrong) and learn the strategies you can deploy—start growing your side income today to take control of your financial future.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 44min
988: How to Start Making Millions from These Overlooked RV Park Investments w/Heather Blankenship
Heather Blankenship turned a $10,000,000 profit from one RV park investment, now boasting a $30,000,000 portfolio. She shares how to profit from RV park investments, debunking myths and offering tips on generating multiple income streams. Learn the differences between investing in campgrounds and long-term rentals, the profitability of RV parks, and explore the journey of RV park investing without needing a huge campground or prior experience.
Jul 12, 2024 • 38min
987: BiggerNews: Rate Cut Chances Increase as New "Affordable" Markets Emerge
Exploring the potential impact of a Fed rate cut on mortgage rates, softening rents in various markets, and the rise of affordable investment hotspots. Tips on tenant retention, market timing, and whether to buy now or save for emergencies.
8 snips
Jul 10, 2024 • 32min
986: Are Tiny Homes a Good Investment? How a $50,000 Home Pencils Out
Tiny home builder and investor, Steven Harrell, discusses the affordability and investment potential of tiny homes, including costs, rental income, finding land, insurance, and financing. Explore the rise of tiny homes as a solution to high housing costs and how beginners can start investing in this lucrative market.
4 snips
Jul 9, 2024 • 44min
985: Seeing Greene: How to Use Home Equity to Retire, Buy Rentals, or House Hack
Learn how to utilize home equity for real estate investing, including strategies for retirement and property acquisitions. Explore the challenges of hiring quality contractors and leveraging commercial assets. Hear real-life stories of dealing with city threats, scaling rental properties, and using HELOCs for portfolio growth.
Jul 8, 2024 • 32min
984: Pay Off Student Loans or Invest in Real Estate: Which Makes You Wealthier?
Should you pay off student loans or invest in real estate? Tom Keating shares his journey of choosing to invest in real estate while still having debt. He discusses a simple equation to decide, finding hot real estate markets, and transitioning to full-time real estate investing. The chapter explores strategies for investing with existing debt and building wealth through real estate despite low-interest debt.
Jul 5, 2024 • 37min
983: BiggerNews: With Slow Spring Homebuying, Zillow Predicts Price Drops in 2025
Dr. Skylar Olsen, Chief Economist at Zillow, discusses the slow spring homebuying season and predicts price drops in 2025. They analyze the impact of high mortgage rates on buyers, under-the-radar affordable markets, and corrections in hot markets. The episode covers Zillow's updated housing market forecast showing a decline in home prices, potential investment opportunities, and regional market trends.
Jul 3, 2024 • 30min
982: How Military Members Can Use Real Estate Investing to Fast-Track Their Financial Freedom
Learn how military members can achieve financial freedom through real estate investing with guest David Pere, who went from broke recruiter to 'military millionaire' in five years. Discover the benefits of the VA loan, house hacking, and unique perks for service members. Explore the Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan program and how to find specialized VA lenders for successful real estate investments.
7 snips
Jul 2, 2024 • 39min
981: Seeing Greene: Investing with High Rates, Recession Prepping, & RVs vs. ADUs
Expert investors David Greene and Rob Abasolo discuss investing in high-interest rate environments, preparing for recession as a landlord, renting out ADUs vs. RVs, working with investors as a contractor, tenant turnover timelines, and property management due diligence.
18 snips
Jul 1, 2024 • 37min
980: Does Buying a Business Beat Real Estate Investing in 2024?
Entrepreneur Matt DeBoth discusses making up to $100,000 per year by buying businesses. He shares how he transitioned from real estate to small business investing, highlighting spotting investment opportunities, managing businesses, and starting small business ownership. The episode covers creating a six-figure income stream, buying businesses no one wants, and the potential for serious cash flow from minimal management time.
Jun 28, 2024 • 37min
979: BiggerNews: What Happens to The Housing Market if Mortgage Rates Stay High?
Experts discuss the unexpected high mortgage rates impacting the housing market and advise investors to seize opportunities before rates potentially fall. Strategies include finding deals that make sense financially, offering turnkey rental properties with low down payment options, and adapting investment strategies to navigate market changes.
