Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

Chad Coach Carson
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Sep 29, 2025 • 38min

#449: The Case Against Real Estate for Retirement

Arion Shihai, a savvy real estate investor and broker from investingarchitect.com, dives into the complexities of relying on real estate for retirement income. He argues that while real estate builds wealth, its income can be unpredictable due to issues like vacancies and taxes. Arion explores reliable alternatives, such as paper assets and stocks, for steady cash flow. The conversation touches on balancing active and passive wealth, and strategies to simplify portfolios for a more stable retirement, emphasizing the importance of a hassle-free income strategy.
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Sep 26, 2025 • 17min

#448: Warren Buffett’s 5 Rules for Real Estate Investors

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm    🎙️ Episode #448 - Coach Carson and Michael Zuber unpack 5 of Warren Buffett’s timeless investing rules including buying with a margin of safety, and focusing on your circle.   ▶️ Next Episode: Can You Really Earn 15% Returns on Rental Properties? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/434-can-you-really-earn-15-returns-on-rental-properties/id1448707654?i=1000721170414   📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/5realestateinvestingrules/    🎬 TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) - The 5 Buffett-Munger Investing Rules (0:50) - 1. Invest in your circle of competence  (2:53) - 2. The competitive “moat”  (5:10) - 3. Buy with a margin of safety (7:13) - 4. Be patient while investing (9:45) - 5. Real estate investing is a team sport (11:40) - What the “average” person does wrong (14:50) - Buy good properties at fair prices (16:50) - Achieving 15% return with real estate   🔗  Recommended Links: Michael Zuber's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneRentalataTime Coach Carson on ORAAT: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawUxosnkN6WQxckp8SPMJdfdh8bkUIrO&si=GTIpzmXVTayha8nS ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ 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 💵 Need Investor-Friendly Financing? This is who I trust → https://www.coachcarson.com/bryan 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT  
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Sep 22, 2025 • 49min

#447: He Bought 7 Rentals in 4 Years While Working Full-Time

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm    🎙️ Episode #447 – Terrence started with a single duplex and, in just four years, built a seven-property portfolio in multiple states. From a COVID-era “aha” moment to mastering market selection and property management, his story shows what’s possible with focus and adaptability.   ▶️ Next Episode: How to Structure a Win-Win Partnership for Rental Properties with John Schaub https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/343-how-to-structure-a-win-win-partnership-for/id1448707654?i=1000655394809   📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/7rentalsin4years/   🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - Terrance's Real Estate Journey Begins (04:22) - Navigating the Challenges of Property Management (09:56) - Choosing the Right Market (12:36) - The Importance of a Reliable Property Manager (18:19) - Analyzing the Numbers (23:57) - Starting with Your Down Payment Budget (29:39) - Challenges and Successes in Property Management (38:08) - Exploring a New Market in Indiana (44:22) - Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Investors (48:16) - How to Structure a Win-Win Partnership for Rental Properties   🔗 Connect with Terrence: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kandk_properties   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ 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 💵 Need Investor-Friendly Financing? This is who I trust → https://www.coachcarson.com/bryan 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT  
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Sep 19, 2025 • 41min

#446: If I Had to Start Over in Real Estate Today: What I’d Do

Starting fresh in real estate today can feel daunting, but there are strategies to navigate the challenges. Discover essential financing tactics like seller financing and how to optimize your rental portfolio. Learn about the importance of tenant screening and setting clear expectations during your initial conversations. Coach shares his unique framework for building wealth through rentals and emphasizes the value of community support along the journey to financial freedom.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 45min

#445: 35 Years of Real Estate & Startup Lessons in 45 Minutes

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom:http://coachcarson.com/rpm 📃 Get a Landlord Quote with Steadily:https://www.coachcarson.com/landlordinsurance 🎙️ Episode #445 - Chad Carson and Darren Nix distill 35 years of real estate and startup experience into the lessons that actually matter. Learn why cash flow isn’t enough, how to run your rentals like a business, and how to avoid the mistakes that wipe investors out. ▶️ Next Episode: How to Become Financially Free with 5 Small & Simple Rentalshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/357-how-to-become-financially-free-with-5-small-simple/id1448707654?i=1000665864424 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/35yearsofrealestate/ 🎬 Topics Covered: (00:00) - Don’t DIE! (Financially) (00:41) - Motivation for Financial Freedom (06:52) - Early Founders: prioritize survival over upside (09:13) - Cash Flow vs. Wealth Building (13:19) - Reps, pattern matching, safer early bets (16:59) - Expected value: getting paid for risk (19:01) - Bankroll management and safe early bets (22:16) - Founder Product Fit: Finding Your Edge (27:13) - Using venture debt cautiously (31:02) - Stress testing with realistic what-ifs (32:13) - When to use insurance, and how it helps mitigate risk (37:57) - Time = Real Wealth (43:25) - Insurance for Landlords (43:58) - How to Become Financially Free with 5 Small & Simple Rentals ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ 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 💵 Need Investor-Friendly Financing? This is who I trust → https://www.coachcarson.com/bryan 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT
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Sep 12, 2025 • 47min

#444: Can 2 Rentals REALLY Retire You? (Listener Q&A)

Can two rental properties really secure your retirement? The discussion digs into cash flow, 1031 exchanges, and strategic portfolio management. Learn about lease-to-own agreements and the right time to hire a property manager. Discover how to sell rentals with tenants in place and navigate refinancing for maximum benefit. The podcast also covers vital asset protection strategies using LLCs, alongside insights for picking the right market and team. It's packed with actionable advice for aspiring and seasoned investors!
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Sep 8, 2025 • 48min

#443: You Don’t Have to Wait 15 Years to Retire (Here’s the Smarter Way)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm    🎙️ Episode #443 – What if you didn’t have to wait until 65 to enjoy life? Coach Carson and Jillian share how mini retirements can help you pause, recharge, and live with purpose – long before full retirement!   ▶️ Next Episode: How We’re Living Abroad For FREE (International House Hacking) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/254-how-were-living-abroad-for-free-international-house/id1448707654?i=1000580408901   📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/miniretirements/   🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - The Concept of Retiring Often (03:53) - Defining Mini Retirements (08:03) - Benefits of Mini Retirements (15:23) - Addressing Objections for Career Professionals (23:41) - Addressing Objections for the Self-Employed (24:50) - Facing the Fear of Leaving Your Business (25:46) - Steps to Prepare Your Business for Absence (30:27) - Personal Experiences with Business Preparation (42:45) - How We’re Living Abroad For FREE   🔗 Connect with Jillian: Her Book: https://amzn.to/4m5VnSL Her Website: https://www.jillianjohnsrud.com ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ 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 💵 Need Investor-Friendly Financing? This is who I trust → https://www.coachcarson.com/bryan 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine
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Sep 5, 2025 • 15min

#442: Why My Rents Dropped 30% (and What I’m Doing About It)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm    🎙️ Episode #442 - Coach Carson reveals how he’s tackling unexpected rental vacancies and adjusting strategies in a crowded market. In doing so, I offer a raw look at what it takes to adapt when real estate gets tough.   ▶️ Next Episode: 7 Tips for Renting Out Your House (For Beginners or Experienced Landlords https://youtu.be/xGzEbAZpWi0?si=BM0ExPcS-bDcHuLO   📄 Show Notes:https://www.coachcarson.com/rentsaredropping/   🎬 TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) - Coach’s 4 vacant properties (4:20) - A map of the Clemson market (5:55) - Supply & demand of Clemson properties (9:08) - Permanent vs temporary problems  (10:12) - “Finding the market” (12:53) - Importance of cash reserves (14:03) - 7 Steps to rent your property out ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ 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 💵 Need Investor-Friendly Financing? This is who I trust → https://www.coachcarson.com/bryan 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT
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Sep 1, 2025 • 45min

#441: He’s Quitting His Job with Just 8 Rentals – Here’s How

Kyle Doriety, a real estate investor, shares his journey from a corporate job to achieving financial freedom through eight rental properties and house flips. He discusses the importance of an entrepreneurial mindset and data-driven decisions. Kyle also highlights the challenges of negotiation and the necessity of overcoming fear in real estate dealings. With visions of personal freedom and family time, he offers valuable insights on balancing multiple income streams and embracing action for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 18min

#440: Where Are Mortgage Rates Going? The 3 Scenarios That Matter Most

Joining the conversation is Michael Zuber, an investor and educator known for his YouTube channel, One Rental at a Time. He and Coach Carson dive into the uncertain future of mortgage rates, breaking down three potential scenarios: rising, flat, and falling. They discuss factors like government debt and the job market's impact on rates. Zuber emphasizes the importance of strategic planning for investors and seizing opportunities, reminding listeners to adapt to current market conditions for success in real estate.

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