
Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson
Chad "Coach" Carson shares practical advice about using real estate to retire early (aka achieve financial independence) and do more of what matters. You'll hear in-depth episodes with tips from Chad plus interviews with other real estate investors at various levels of their financial independence journey.
Latest episodes

May 16, 2025 • 7min
#410: 3 Things to Do Before You Quit Your Job
Thinking of leaving your job? Explore three essential steps to safeguard your finances and mindset. First, ensure you have a cash runway to support yourself during the transition. Next, validate your income through side projects to build confidence. Lastly, make sure your next move aligns with a meaningful goal, like pursuing real estate or another passion. Plus, discover the power of joining a community that can boost your journey to financial independence.

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May 12, 2025 • 46min
#409: 22 Years of Real Estate Investing Advice in 46 Minutes
Explore how 22 years of real estate experience reveals that true wealth isn’t just about cash flow, but understanding your investment strategy. Learn the importance of defining 'good deals' and creating a targeted 'buy box' for opportunities. Discover how effective tenant relationships and diligent bookkeeping can elevate your success. The episode highlights the virtues of patience in investing, emphasizing that wealth-building should enhance your life without consuming it.

May 9, 2025 • 12min
#408: How Ben Franklin Retired Early at 42 (In 1748!)
⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #408 – Ben Franklin retired at 42... in 1748. How? He built cash flow, house hacked before it had a name, and brokered private financing deals. His playbook for financial independence still works today, if you know where to look! 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/benfranklinfi/ 🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - Ben’s Achieved FI in 1748! (02:07) - The Original House Hacker (04:16) - Traveling and Inventing in Retirement (05:20) - Won the Revolutionary War (06:26) - Diplomatic Contributions and Philanthropy (07:35) - Ben’s Playbook for Financial Success (08:34) - Embracing the Small and Mighty Mantra (10:41) - How to Achieve FI like Ben Franklin ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 🖥️ Learn with Coach (Courses, Books & more): https://www.CoachCarson.com 👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT

May 5, 2025 • 50min
#407: Can you Really Buy a House with No Money? | Subject-To Explained
⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #407 – You’ve heard the hype: buy real estate with no money, no credit, and no new loans. But Subject-To isn’t as simple, or as safe, as it sounds. Let's unpack how it actually works and why 1 mistake could tank your entire portfolio. ▶️ Next Episode: The Best Ways to Finance & Scale a Rental Portfolio (Even With No Job!) https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/370-the-best-ways-to-finance-scale-a-rental/id1448707654?i=1000677314100 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/courtneyfricke/ 🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - Defining Subject To Transactions (02:22) - Assumptions vs. Subject To (07:12) - Benefits of Subject To (10:51) - Real-Life Examples of Subject To (15:02) - Risks and Misconceptions of Subject To (25:45) - Understanding Bankruptcy Risks in Subject To (29:09) - Exit Strategies and Their Pitfalls (32:12) - Advanced Strategies: Wraparound Mortgages (37:39) - Clear Communication with Sellers is a MUST (39:26) - The Best Ways to Finance & Scale a Rental Portfolio 🔗 Connect with Courtney: Website: https://www.courtneyfricke.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfZlfkGpNzcMuDh6NX7xVpQ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strategic-success-podcast/id1746963041 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneyfricke ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 🖥️ Learn with Coach (Courses, Books & more): https://www.CoachCarson.com 👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine

May 2, 2025 • 9min
#406: Solve These 3 Expenses and Get Rich ("The Big 3")
Discover how to build wealth by tackling the three biggest expenses: housing, transportation, and food. Learn about innovative strategies like house hacking to reduce costs and create financial wiggle room. Explore frugal living tips and ways to manage food expenses effectively. The importance of a supportive community for making financial decisions is highlighted, emphasizing that anyone can achieve financial freedom with the right approach.

Apr 28, 2025 • 16min
#405: Top 5 Strategies to Get Started in Real Estate in 2025 (PROVEN to Work)
Discover five proven strategies to kick off your real estate journey in 2025! From renting out your current home to living for free through house hacking, the possibilities are endless. Learn about the 'boring rental strategy' focusing on prime locations and fair prices, and explore how to leverage master leases with minimal upfront costs. Tips for gaining expertise in real estate jobs also provide valuable insights for newcomers. Join a supportive community to enhance your investment knowledge and achieve financial freedom!

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Apr 25, 2025 • 9min
#404: ALWAYS DO THIS before a tenant moves in
⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #404 – Most landlords just hand over the lease and hope for the best, but that’s a mistake. Before your tenant moves in, this ONE conversation can save you from late rent, headaches, and bad turnovers. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/renttalk/ 🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - The importance of having The Rent Talk (00:57) - Clarifying tenant responsibilities (03:58) - Explaining consequences of not paying rent (04:48) - Renter's insurance and emergency funds (05:39) - Clarifying maintenance (06:43) - Customer service = High Retention (07:39) - My PRIVATE Community ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 🖥️ Learn with Coach (Courses, Books & more): https://www.CoachCarson.com 👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine

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Apr 21, 2025 • 44min
#403: How to Replace Your Job Salary With Rental Cash Flow
⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #403 – Turning your rental properties into a reliable paycheck is more about mindset than numbers. Many investors get stuck in the "builder" phase, constantly chasing deals but never securing true financial freedom. If you don’t start “harvesting” your wealth the right way, you could end up rich on paper but cash-poor in real life. Here’s how to break free and make your rentals pay YOU. ▶️ Next Episode: How One Landlord Keeps His Rentals Low Maintenance in 2025 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/335-how-one-landlord-keeps-his-rentals-low-maintenance/id1448707654?i=1000649554136 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/replacejobsalary/ 🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - The Dilemma of Replacing Your Salary (01:33) - Mindset Shift: From Builder to Harvester (05:14) - Taking Chips Off the Table (11:30) - Portfolio Analysis: Identifying Top Performers and Laggards (16:36) - Optimizing for Simplicity and Lifestyle (20:05) - Understanding Property Roles in Your Portfolio (23:02) - Pruning Your Portfolio for Better Performance (25:48) - Repositioning Equity: Strategies and Options (29:25) - Switching Property Classes for Simplicity (31:13) - Becoming a Lender: Seller Financing (36:15) - Creative Financing and Being the Bank (39:21) - How One Landlord Keeps His Rentals Low Maintenance in 2025 🔗 Connect with Erion: Web: https://investingarchitect.com/ Agent Site: https://www.signaturehouston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/investing-architect/ X: https://x.com/investarchitect ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 🖥️ Learn with Coach (Courses, Books & more): https://www.CoachCarson.com 👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT

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Apr 18, 2025 • 15min
#402: Do This to Worry Less About Money
⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #402 – Even with financial success, why do so many people still stress about money? Coach explores how building practical skills, shifting your mindset, and focusing on what you can control can bring true financial confidence. You'll learn how to worry less and enjoy more peace on your wealth-building journey. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/lessmoneyworries/ 🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - The Paradox of Worry and Abundance (02:38) - The Concept of Security (03:48) - Building Skills to Reduce Anxiety (06:44) - Mindset for Handling Challenges (09:01) - Embracing Problem-Solving as an Entrepreneur (11:10) - The Serenity Prayer (13:25) - Personal Growth Through Entrepreneurship (14:28) - My Private Community ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 🖥️ Learn with Coach (Courses, Books & more): https://www.CoachCarson.com 👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT

Apr 14, 2025 • 19min
#401: 5 Mistakes That Create Negative Cash Flow Rentals
Discover how small miscalculations can transform a seemingly profitable rental into a financial sinkhole. Learn about five critical mistakes that investors commonly make, from overlooking expenses to poor tenant screening. The discussion includes the pitfalls of buying outdated properties and the risks associated with financing. With practical strategies, listeners can enhance their property management skills and maintain positive cash flow, even in a challenging market.