
Rent To Retirement: Building Financial Independence Through Turnkey Real Estate Investing
Investment real estate can lead to cash flow that allows you to live the life you want, working as much (or as little!) as you desire. The Rent to Retirement show is dedicated to educating you on all the aspects of investing you will need to successfully implement your own, personal, strategy. Hear from the smartest in the business as we cover everything from LLC and tax advice, to 1031 exchanges, to best markets for investing and creating the passive income you need, and more.
Latest episodes

Apr 26, 2024 • 29min
Unlocking Real Estate Success: RTR Academy Member Chad's Strategy to Building His Portfolio
Join RTR Academy Member Chad as he shares his journey in real estate investing, top strategies for 2024, overcoming common challenges, advice on market analysis, and tips for aspiring investors. Whether newbie or seasoned, this episode is filled with actionable advice to transform your property investment approach.

Apr 18, 2024 • 19min
How To Get Up to $20,000 Equity Day 1 with New Construction!
Join real estate experts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster as they unveil revolutionary investment opportunities with national builders. Dive into exclusive deals, explore unique purchasing options, and learn how to maximize equity through new construction investments. Discover upcoming markets, flexible investment options, and the benefits of joining an investor community for high ROI. Tune in to unlock your real estate potential and make strategic investments for financial independence!

Apr 16, 2024 • 37min
Mastering the Money Game in Real Estate: Exclusive Insights from David Richter
🎙️ Join us on the Rent to Retirement Podcast as hosts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster chat with David Richter, founder of Simple CFO. Discover the secrets to financial freedom through effective real estate investment strategies. David shares his journey from reading "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" to revolutionizing real estate finance with his unique system, inspiring investors to prioritize profitability and financial discipline.
🔑 Key Moments:
00:00:30: David's introduction and background in real estate
00:01:09: Transitioning from small-scale investments to major deals
00:02:08: The importance of understanding the financial backend in real estate
00:03:05: Introduction to the "Profit First" methodology
00:05:14: David discusses his lack of formal financial training and its impact
00:10:17: Practical tips for managing finances and maximizing profit
00:15:22: Strategies for effective cash flow management
00:20:30: Discussion on reinvesting and financial planning for growth
00:25:04: David's vision for future projects and continued impact in the financial world
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Apr 12, 2024 • 31min
From First Flip to Real Estate Entrepreneur & Coach: Andrew Lucas and the Birth of Deal Finders Club
Welcome to another episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast! In this exciting episode, our host, Adam Schroeder, is joined by Andrew Lucas, the founder of the Deal Finders Club. Andrew shares his journey from making every mistake in the book on his first deal to becoming a savvy real estate investor with a portfolio of over 100 units.
🔑 Key Moments:
00:00:08 - Introduction to Andrew Lucas and the Deal Finders Club
00:02:01 - Andrew's first real estate deal and the lessons learned
00:04:32 - The importance of having a long-term mindset in real estate
00:07:14 - Strategies for finding and financing deals
00:09:08 - Evaluating deals and the metrics Andrew uses
00:13:33 - The mindset shift that comes with investing in real estate
00:18:16 - How the Deal Finders Club helps investors overcome common obstacles
00:23:26 - The impact of the pandemic on finding real estate deals
00:28:57 - Who can benefit from joining the Deal Finders Club
Andrew also discusses the challenges and rewards of building a real estate business, the mindset shifts required for success, and how the pandemic has changed the landscape of finding deals. Whether you're looking to land your first deal or expand your portfolio, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice.
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With the many options available for a real estate investor, some people gravitate towards single-family homes, some to multifamily, and some go the route of buying raw land.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 35min
Rapid Real Estate Rise: Lindsay Lovell's Journey to 60 Doors
In this empowering episode of the Rent to Retirement Podcast, hosts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster sit down with real estate investor Lindsay Lovell, founder of G6 Capital and Wanderlust Estates. Discover how Lindsay transitioned from a high-paying W-2 job to building a formidable portfolio of single-family homes and short-term rentals. Learn the strategies she used to ramp up her investments, the importance of building a reliable team, and how she navigates the challenges of investing in different markets. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Lindsay's insights and practical tips will inspire you to take your real estate journey to the next level.
Key Moments:
00:00:07 - Introduction of Lindsay Lovell
00:00:43 - Lindsay's start in real estate investing
00:03:09 - The strategy behind her first investment property
00:04:03 - Importance of having a reliable team for long-distance investing
00:06:00 - Lindsay's approach to the BRRRR strategy and lessons learned
00:09:24 - Building a real estate business and the role of a rockstar real estate agent
00:14:06 - Challenges and lessons from flipping properties
00:18:09 - The pros and cons of working with wholesalers
00:21:09 - Lindsay's experience with different financing options
00:26:14 - Leveraging a self-directed IRA for real estate investing
00:29:36 - Introduction of the Millionaires March and G6 Capital
00:32:25 - Insights into the current short-term rental market
#RealEstateInvesting #FinancialFreedom #Entrepreneurship #ShortTermRentals #wealthbuilding
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With the many options available for a real estate investor, some people gravitate towards single family homes, some to multifamily, and some go the route of buying raw land.
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Apr 5, 2024 • 40min
Turning Tackles into Tenants: Dean Rogers' Playbook for Real Estate Investing After the NFL 🏠💼
In this episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, hosts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster are joined by former NFL player turned successful real estate investor, Dean Rogers. Dean shares his inspiring journey from the football field to building a real estate empire, overcoming challenges, and the importance of mindset and coaching in achieving success. Dive into Dean's story and discover how he transitioned from a professional athlete to a savvy investor, creating wealth and passive income through real estate.
Key Moments:
00:00:08 - Introduction of Dean Rogers
00:01:04 - Dean's transition from NFL to real estate
00:03:08 - Starting in real estate with wholesaling
00:10:51 - Lessons learned from early real estate mistakes
00:16:35 - The importance of coaching and mentorship
00:24:18 - Dean's approach to building a rental property portfolio
00:32:14 - Advice for passive investors in real estate
00:38:22 - Super Bowl predictions for 2024
#NFL, #RealEstateInvesting, #FinancialFreedom, #Mindset, #Success, #WealthBuilding, #PassiveIncome.
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With the many options available for a real estate investor, some people gravitate towards single family homes, some to multifamily, and some go the route of buying raw land.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 40min
Unleashing Generational Wealth Through Real Estate: Buddy Rushing's Inspiring Journey
Join real estate investing guru Buddy Rushing on his journey from poverty to wealth, emphasizing the role of mindset and education. Discover the importance of learning from failures, embracing risk, and networking in building generational wealth through turnkey real estate investing. Explore Buddy's philosophy on raising capital, forming partnerships, and empowering Veterans for Financial Freedom.

Mar 28, 2024 • 33min
Building Wealth Through Real Estate: A Principal's Journey to Success
🎙️ Welcome to another episode of the Rent to Retirement Podcast! Join hosts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster as they delve into the inspiring journey of Debbie Douglas, a former principal turned real estate mogul. Learn how she transitioned from education to real estate investing, her first deal experiences, and her strategies for success. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned investor, Debbie's story is sure to motivate and provide valuable insights into building wealth through real estate. Don't miss out on her tips for finding the right deals, partnering with the right people, and scaling your investment portfolio! 🏠💼
WWW.DOUGLASDWELLINGS.COM
Key Moments:
00:00:07 - Introduction to Debbie Douglas and her real estate journey
00:01:10 - Debbie's first real estate deal and lessons learned
00:02:24 - The impact of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" on Debbie's investment mindset
00:04:06 - Transitioning from education to full-time real estate investing
00:06:05 - Strategies for scaling and finding the right deals
00:09:36 - Importance of vetting the right team and partners
00:13:04 - Debbie's approach to mentoring new investors
00:17:30 - Debbie's first big success story in real estate
00:22:09 - The future of the real estate market and opportunities
00:25:15 - How Debbie is helping others through her real estate course
00:29:26 - Debbie's next steps: building new construction and scaling up
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With the many options available for a real estate investor, some people gravitate towards single-family homes, some to multifamily, and some go the route of buying raw land.
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#RealEstateInvesting#EducationToInvesting#RehabbingHomes#WealthBuilding#Partnerships#NewConstruction#RichDadPoorDad#InvestorMindset#ScalingUp#Mentoring

Mar 25, 2024 • 28min
Mastering Real Estate Wealth: The Art of Using Leverage
In this insightful episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, hosts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster delve into the world of real estate investment with a special guest, founder and CEO of Lionheart Development. Discover how he transitioned from a college basketball coach to a real estate powerhouse, using the power of leverage and other people's money to achieve success. Learn the art of building relationships, structuring deals, and finding the highest and best use of land in development projects. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your real estate portfolio, this episode is packed with valuable tips and strategies to help you on your journey to financial freedom. Tune in now and unlock the secrets to building wealth through real estate! 🏡💼 #RealEstateInvesting #Leverage #SuccessStories #PropertyDevelopment #RentToRetirement
www.LionheartDevelopment.co
Key Moments:
00:00:07: Introduction to the guest's transition from coaching to real estate
00:01:00: The pivotal moment that pushed the guest into real estate
00:02:25: Learning the power of leverage and using other people's money
00:03:17: The importance of understanding the deal and building relationships
00:05:33: Discussing the concept of OPM (Other People's Money) and its impact
00:07:15: How to scale and expand your real estate portfolio through partnerships
00:09:28: The guest's approach to raising capital and building trust with investors
00:11:23: The significance of having a solid team and understanding your market
00:13:35: The guest's first development deal and the lessons learned
00:16:10: Tips for new investors looking to get into real estate development
00:19:00: The future of development and creating affordable housing solutions
00:22:24: Finding the highest and best use for land in development projects
00:24:50: Final advice for aspiring real estate developers
#RealEstateInvesting #Leverage #SuccessStories #PropertyDevelopment #RentToRetirement #InvestmentTips #WealthBuilding #FinancialFreedom #Entrepreneurship #RealEstateDevelopment
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With the many options available for a real estate investor, some people gravitate towards single family homes, some to multifamily, and some go the route of buying raw land.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 29min
Zach achieves 100% ROI on his last property!
In this episode of the Rent to Retirement Podcast, host Zach Lemaster takes us on a deep dive into the strategies he employs to achieve a 100% Return on Investment (ROI) in real estate. From case studies to tax-saving techniques, Zach covers it all. Tune in to discover how you can scale your portfolio and dramatically increase your ROI.
The quick start guide to STR self management:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/125rg8QkAkoB5Jf_Ndhdriu6ZFd6AeDkF/view?usp=drive_link
🔑 Key Moments:
00:00:08: Introduction to achieving a high ROI in real estate
00:00:14: The importance of running through the numbers with actual case studies
00:00:33: How to maximize your return on investment and save on taxes
00:00:46: Discussing the strategy using a normal investment property example
00:01:00: The benefits of new construction properties in the Sunbelt
00:01:15: How to save tens of thousands of dollars in taxes and increase ROI
00:01:42: The importance of scaling your portfolio for long-term growth
00:02:04: The five and ten-year projection in real estate investing
00:02:12: Applying the IDEAL investment formula at Rent to Retirement
00:02:54: The case study of an Alabama property purchase and its financial breakdown
00:03:30: Calculating ROI and the significance of looking beyond cash flow
00:04:11: The impact of appreciation and leverage in building wealth in rental real estate
00:04:54: How depreciation plays a crucial role in tax savings and ROI
00:05:54: The benefits of a cost segregation study for real estate professionals
00:10:42: Achieving accelerated depreciation through short-term rental strategies
00:11:08: The potential for high ROI even without being a real estate professional
00:14:00: Exploring the concept of self-managing short-term rentals for tax benefits
00:17:00: The importance of understanding and utilizing cost segregation studies
00:19:00: How furnishing costs can also contribute to tax deductions and ROI
00:21:00: The impact of short-term rentals on ROI and tax savings over time
00:23:00: The significance of self-managing properties and the resources available
00:25:00: Encouraging investors to explore accelerated depreciation and short-term rental strategies
00:27:00: A call to action for investors to reach out for guidance and resources
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With the many options available for a real estate investor, some people gravitate towards single family homes, some to multifamily, and some go the route of buying raw land.
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#RealEstateInvesting #ROI #RentToRetirement #ZachLemaster #InvestmentStrategy #TaxSavings #PropertyInvesting #RealEstatePodcast #WealthBuilding