Collecting Keys - Real Estate Investing Podcast

What did you think of todays show??Optimizing Your Efficiency For Maximum Success with Taylor DoolittleEpisode 201If you truly want to build a successful business as a real estate investor, setting priorities and managing your time is paramount. And if you also want to maintain a work-life balance, you must be intentional about setting goals and making decisions in your business that align with your goals.Today’s guest, Taylor Doolittle, a realtor and real estate investor based out of Minneapolis, has mastered this balance. In this episode, he shares the techniques that have helped him increase productivity and scale his real estate business and investor portfolio. But time management and consistency aren’t the only skills that have helped him grow his businesses.Taylor and the hosts of Collecting Keys talk about the importance of providing value to sellers, and he covers his process for prospecting and building a network of both buyers and sellers. He also has tips on how to talk to them in this challenging market, and how you can stop procrastinating and start taking action.If you use the excuse of “never having the time” as the reason you can’t start or level up your business, this episode is for you. Tune in now!Topics discussed in this episode:Commonalities between entrepreneurship and endurance trainingTaylor’s real estate business and investor portfolioHow Taylor grew his real estate business and sources dealsPractices that will help you stay disciplined and manage your timeA lesson on the cost of doing businessConnect with Taylor Doolittle:https://www.facebook.com/TaylorDoolittleRealEstate/https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-doolittle/https://www.instagram.com/taylor.doolittle/If you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/This episode was

What did you think of todays show??EP 200 - How Mike Operates His Business While TravelingOne of the many benefits of being a real estate investor is not just financial freedom, but the freedom to travel and live your life without the restrictions of a W2 job. But there are a few things to consider before you book a vacation overseas and let your business stand on its own.Business owners don’t truly get time off — they can’t just put in for two weeks' vacation and leave their work in the office. It’s not always easy, but Mike has been away for a month at a time and was able to enjoy his trip while also being available to Dan and their employees.In this episode, Mike dives deeper into the systems he and Dan have in place when he’s away for longer periods of time. From setting up systems to making sure someone is making necessary decisions while you’re away, you’ll find out what steps to take that will allow you to travel and not worry about your business (as much).Tune in to find out how you can run your business and make money even while traveling!Topics discussed in this episode:What it’s like to travel as a business ownerWhy you need to establish chain of command while you’re goneHow to set up systems and prepare for issuesThe mindset you need going on vacation as a business ownerIf you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeDownload the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:http://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttps://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttps://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Title Company Drama, In Person Masterminds, and Making $10k in 1 month FASTEpisode 199Mike is BACK after his 2 week trip to Europe. How the business do in his absence and how can you ensure your business operates in a way that allows you to travel? Listen to this epsiode to find out.During this episode, hosts Mike and Dan share how systems and processes theyve put together allow them to step away from time to time and, although not perfect, keep the business operating without too much of a hiccup. Next they dive into the mindset and practices you need to get comfortable with if you really want to scale your business. Once you know the basics, its all about systems and consistency and they dive into exactly what that looks like.Finally, they talk about their most recent Seller Finance acquisition and their strategy to BRRRR the property while still maintaining their sweet seller finance terms. Its not as complicated as you might think, you just need to understand your options.Tune in for another installment of the Mike and Dan show!Topics discussed in this episode:Systems that allow your business to run while you travelThe benefits of stepping away from your business from time to timeThe mindset you need for your business to scale.Why most people are unable to scale their businessesHow it is possible to BRRRR a seller finance deal without needing to pay off the loanIf you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Building The Rental Property Snowball with Jordan MoorheadEpisode 198Thinking of a career in real estate but don’t have the capital? House hacking may be the jumpstart you need to start making deals and building wealth.According to today’s guest, Jordan Moorhead, house hacking is the training wheels of real estate, offering a great opportunity to learn the basics of real estate — and it’s hard to mess up. He’s now a successful realtor and real estate investor, but started house hacking with a small amount of money and has continued to use the strategy throughout his career.In this episode, find out how Jordan used house hacking to scale his business, what he looks for in a property, and why having a business partner is beneficial, especially for new investors. He also talks about house hacking by way or renting versus a live-in flip, and Mike shares his own experience with living in a home he was flipping.Tune in to learn more about house hacking, reinvesting your money, and scaling your business!Topics discussed in this episode:The evolution of Aaron’s real estate careerWhat he loves about living and working in TexasWhy house hacking is a great entrypoint into real estateThe benefits of house hacking and having a real estate partnerWhat makes a good property for house hackingHouse hacking when you have a familyReach out to Jordan Moorhead on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jordan_moorhead/If you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??EP 197 - Dan's Top Tips For Your Next Mail Campaign On this week’s Friday Focus episode, instead of going over a deal case study, we decided to discuss a question that came up in our Instant Investor group coaching program: how often do you mail the leads on your motivated leads list? The short answer, we don’t stop mailing our leads!If you’ve been listening to Collecting Keys for a while now, you know we find most of our motivated leads through direct mail. It just works, but only if done strategically, which is what we want to share with you all today.In this episode, you will learn how we use direct mail to gain motivated leads by how we organize our mail list by who is most motivated to who is least motivated, how we standardize our mail list, why we create a 6 month mailing sequence, as well as Dan Austin’s top 3 tips for starting your mailing campaign, and much much more!This episode will provide you with a sneak peak into the type of questions that are asked in our Instant Investor group coaching program, and how we tackle them by masterminding them in a group forum. If you are interested in learning more about our Instant Investor group coaching program and want to find out if you are a good fit for the group, connect with us by clicking the link to the Instant Investor program website below.You don’t want to miss this one!Topics discussed in this episode:How to organize your mail listStandardizing your mailing listWhy you should set up a 6 month mailing sequenceStaying consistent in your mail campaignWhy mail copy and branding is importantHow to get people to actually open your letterIf you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Title Company Drama, In Person Masterminds, and Making $10k in 1 month FASTEpisode 196In true real estate fashion, the past week for Collecting Keys business has been filled with a few obstacles: there’s been issues with title companies, a double closing, and uneasy sellers.During this episode, hosts Mike and Dan share how they’re dealing with these issues, including one deal on a distressed piece of land that’s gotten a bit complicated. They also discuss overcoming limiting beliefs and the fear of failure, as well as the benefits of going to a mastermind event, giving updates on their upcoming mastermind weekend for Instant Investor group members, KeysCon.Plus, do you remember our $10K challenge from episode 84? We finally hammered out the details and have a BIG prize to offer, so you don’t want to miss this episode.Tune in for another installment of the Mike and Dan show!Topics discussed in this episode:Why we have so many unreleased episodesGetting started versus getting it perfectHow title companies are messing with our transactions processThe complexities of a double closingInstant Investor Program KeysCon updatesWhy you should attend a mastermind eventOur $10K Challenge and Dan’s big ideaIf you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Becoming a Self Proclaimed Trailer Boy with Aaron BihlEpisode 195You want to start a career as a real estate investor, but what should you do — flipping, wholesaling, or something else entirely?In this episode with guest Aaron Bihl, you’ll find out how you can find your niche in real estate and become a leader in your market. Aaron has experience as a realtor, flipper and wholesaler, but he and his partner found their niche in mobile homes and are racking up the deals. In fact, they’re set to close 14 deals this week!While there’s beauty in building your own business, Aaron has learned many important lessons the hard way, including how to scale responsibly and analyze deals in the new arena of mobile homes. He also has valuable advice on establishing a good partnership and growing your real estate business.Tune in to learn why Aaron is the self-proclaimed “trailer boy,” and why you shouldn’t write off mobile homes as a real estate opportunity!Topics discussed in this episode:The evolution of Aaron’s real estate careerThe process of setting up a real estate partnershipWhat makes a good partnershipHow Aaron and his partner found success in mobile homesThings to remember when venturing in mobile homesAaron’s bizarre experiences with two sellersThe best way to learn real estate investingConnect with Aaron Bihl on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aaron.bihl/If you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??EP 194 - Deal Case Study - Sometimes Deals Are Just Easy MoneyOn today’s Friday Focus episode, our host Mike DeHaan discusses a deal case study with one of our Instant Investor program members, Brenden Chetuck, where the process was smooth and the deal came easy. Yes, this happens.Is it luck? Is it experience? Or is it a bit of both? Either way, it is just as important to dissect the complicated deals as it is the easier ones, if you are serious about being a full-time investor. So, Brenden has volunteered to come on today’s episode to share his experience completing a deal that brought in easy money.You will hear about how the Class A property deal came to Brenden through an SMS lead, the type of seller he was working with and why the seller didn’t want to make a profit, and the final transaction that took place. Brenden also shares his tips on how to do a deal in a new market from a distance.These case study episodes provide invaluable real life insight on how deals go down, so be sure to tune in!Topics discussed in this episode:How Brendan found a lakeshore property deal through an SMS leadWhy the seller wasn’t interested in making money on the dealHow Brendan marketed the property and the final numbersThe importance of following up with people while going through the processWho Brendan sold the property toWhy you should keep the transactions as simple as possibleTips on how to do a deal in a new market at a distanceConnect with Brenden Chetuck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bchetuck/If you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

The podcast discusses the benefits of building a social brand for real estate business, including using social media, engaging in Facebook groups, and sharing daily activities. The hosts also touch on topics such as the morality of marketing to distressed sellers, Dave Portnoy's journey in building Barstool Sports, and conspiracy theories surrounding Oprah's compounds. They highlight the importance of consistency and genuine interactions in establishing influence and generating business opportunities.

What did you think of todays show??Operating At A Level That Competes with Hedgefunds with Aaron AmuchasteguiEpisode 192Systems provide every business a foundation for growth; they optimize time and resources while clearing a path to scale rapidly. Today's guest, Aaron Amuchastegui, is a master of system building, surviving the ups and downs of the real estate market to make millions.Hosts Mike and Dan are BIG advocates of systemization, so this conversation with Aaron has quite a few highlights they’re excited to share. From his mindset around hiring to his system for finishing flips in just 4-5 days, Aaron has a ton of knowledge and wisdom you’ll want to apply to your real estate business.In this episode, Aaron talks about making mistakes and learning from through multiple market cycles, his passion for analyzing the economy, and what you can do to capitalize on market shifts.Tune in to hear Aaron’s tips for long-term wealth, and scaling your business!Topics discussed in this episode:How Aaron’s background influenced his real estate careerWhat led to his buy and hold strategyHis approach to building systems and scaling businessHow he pivoted his business during the pandemicAaron’s current portfolio and where it’s shiftingHis real estate and economy predictionsWhat’s going on with cap rate compressionHow you can survive (and capitalize on) the ever changing marketConnect with Aaron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronamuchastegui/Learn more about Aaron and check out his course offerings here: https://www.aaronamuchastegui.com/links/Listen to the Real Estate Rockstars podcast: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/realestaterockstars?selected=CSN7111068363Grab Aaron’s book, Bidding to Buy: https://store.biggerpockets.com/collections/all-books/products/bidding-to-buyIf you’re an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/