Collecting Keys - Real Estate Investing Podcast

What did you think of todays show??EP 162 - Building The Perfect Marketing Pyramid to Maximize Deal FlowTrying to improve your deal flow? In this week’s Friday Focus episode, Mike has a solution that will maximize your leads and create a successful marketing system: the marketing pyramid.Mike’s marketing pyramid features 3 tiers of marketing, and he outlines each level and the people you target in every tier. He covers speculative marketing, hopeful marketing, and targeted marketing like the Collecting Keys favorite, direct mail.You’ll hear which types of marketing pair together, how to create brand awareness, which type of marketing will get you the most leads, how to test which marketing channels are working for your business, and MORE.Tune in now to learn how to build the perfect marketing pyramid!Topics discussed in this episode:Mike’s marketing pyramidThe people you target at each level of the pyramidWhat type of marketing is good for brand awarenessHow we suggest you begin your marketing processIf 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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Commercial RE Is In Trouble, Dealing with Rotating Interest Rates, The Best Way To Protect Yourself From a DownturnEpisode 161We keep hearing about the real estate slump, but Mike and Dan finally found solid evidence of the nationwide vacancies in commercial real estate — on Twitter. But did they really? Can tweets from high-profile people be trusted?During this episode, Collecting Keys hosts discuss the chatter surrounding commercial real estate, as well as how migration may be impacting property values. They also talk about the current state of the market, and why so many people are going into bankruptcy or foreclosure.Plus, Mike and Dan have great advice for any new investor, or an investor looking to level up their business. Instead of trusting the wrong people, they’ll explain why it’s important to teach yourself the business of real estate and analyze your own deals.You can expect to learn how to survive a real estate downturn, and invest in your own skills!Topics discussed in this episode:The impact of migration patterns on property valuesIssues in the multifamily asset classInvesting in new asset classes during hard timesSetting yourself up for success as a new investorWhy you should invest in yourself firstCheck out the infographic using data from Zillow mentioned in this episode: https://twitter.com/JosephPolitano/status/1663522841373941760/photo/1If 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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Becoming An Expert of All Asset Classes with Charlie KaoEpisode 160They always say you need to "choose your niche" to be successful, but what if you really could become an expert in every asset class?In this episode, Mike and Dan join Charlie Kao and hear about how he has developed a method of analysis that allows him to make educated investments in every asset class, regardless of if his experience level.Charlie is an absolute wizard when it comes to analyzing deals, and as a result has built an extremely impressive portfolio consisting of self storage, mobile home parks, businesses, medical care facilities, and more.If you really want to know what good deals look like, this is the episode for you!Topics discussed in this episode:Charlie's experience growing up as a first generation AmericanHow his immigrant father became a multi-millionaire without speaking EnglishHow to analyze any investmentThe major upsides that exist in home care facilitiesUsing VA's for high level tasksWhy you should have your kids proof read your SOPsSimple ways to find deals that arent on anyone else's radar.Check out Charlie on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC92MZRMrkvTrwxsZfn9rKcwInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/charlesckao/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/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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??EP 159 - How to maximize profits by partnering with the RIGHT RE AgentBack in episode 112, hosts Mike and Dan touched on the benefits of building a relationship with a real estate agent — such as helping you make an extra $100K a year! If you haven’t heard this one yet, go give it a quick listen.In this episode, Dan dives deeper into how you can help each other become more successful and how to find the perfect real estate agent. For instance, should you partner with the agent with billboards all over town, the newbie just starting out, or someone else?Dan also breaks down the Collecting Keys lead monetization system, including which leads he and Mike pass off to their real estate agent.Tune in to learn how to find the right real estate agent and convert your leads!Topics discussed in this episode:Why you should work with a real estate agentWhat to look for in a real estate agentHow to monetize your leadsIf 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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??This week’s news coverage during the Mike and Dan show is a little different, because it might actually be good for investors and potential homeowners!If you haven’t heard about the new loan program from Rocket Mortgage, this episode breaks it down and explores how you can take advantage of it. This leads into a discussion on the affordability issue in housing, and the cost of ownership versus renting.Dan also shares his win of the week, what we really think about fake real estate gurus, and how you can make another six figures per year using retail leads.Plus, hear the story of how a recent deal got ruined when someone pulled a gun. Tune in for all this and more!Topics discussed in this episode:Do wholesalers need to be licensed?Rocket Mortgage’s new loan programCost to rent versus ownWhy a gun was pulled and potential deal ruinedFraudulent real estate influencersThis week’s real estate winsUsing leads to collect referral feesIf 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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Buying Distressed Notes To Make Millions with Scott CarsonEpisode 157We’re veering off the topics of wholesaling and flipping to explore a new topic: note investing.In this episode, Mike is joined by Scott Carson, a note investor and host of The Note Closer Show Podcast. He found his creative niche in this long lost part of real estate, buying over a billion dollars worth of debt in the last 15 years and helping borrowers keep their homes.Scott has a ton of expertise on note investing to share, including why it’s a fruitful business, his strategy for finding deals, what kind of returns you can expect from distressed notes, and more.To learn more about making money off debt and helping owners in need, tune in now!Topics discussed in this episode:The ins and outs of note investingHow his business, We Close Notes, find and evaluate assetsAreas Scott avoids buying notesLegalities of raising money tied to debtA typical exit strategy on a foreclosed propertyThe Dodd-Frank Act complianceAverage returns from performing/non-performing notesScott’s advice to start investingUnbelievable real estate storiesJoin Scott Carson for Note Weekend, a special 1-day event that teaches you everything you need to know about note investing! Follow this link and use keyword “COLLECTING” to get free access: https://noteweekend.com/Learn more about We Close Notes, check out their classes, and listen to The Note Closer Show Podcast! https://weclosenotes.com/Book a call with Scott Carson here: https://talkwithscottcarson.com/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/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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??EP 156 - Major Lessons from Mike's First House FlipThere’s no education like the mistakes you make from flipping your first house. This was our host Mike DeHaan’s experience where he learned his most important lessons going in blind when flipping his first house.There will always be things you can’t control when flipping houses, because you don’t know what you don’t know, but by trial and error you can really dial in on your due diligence and what to look for.However, since Mike has made most of the mistakes already, and learned the hard lessons, he wants to make your life a little easier by sharing what he learned from flipping his first house.In today’s episode, you will hear how Mike decided to flip his first house and all the major lessons he learned along the way. You will get an in depth look into specific mistakes, that if avoided, will save you a ton of money and heartache, so you don’t want to miss this one!Tune in for this and more!Topics discussed in this episode:How Mike started flipping houses with a partner with no experienceWhat Mike and his partner failed to realize on their first flipExtra costs that weren’t accounted forYou don’t know what you don’t knowLessons learned the hard wayAppreciation for the lessons learnedImportant takeawaysIf 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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??The Truth about Cash Flow, The HomeVestors Scandal, and Marketing to EntrepreneursEpisode 155If you’re hoping to start investing in real estate and live off cash flow from just a few properties, stop reading and press play.During this episode, hosts Mike and Dan tell you the truth about cash flow, the misconceptions, and how to stabilize your properties. You’ll also hear about their current issues with rental properties, which are proof of the ebb and flow in real estate.Living off cash flow while not preparing for unforeseen expenses is an unrealistic goal, so pay attention as Mike and Dan cover the concept of time and making goals that are attainable.Plus, get the low down on the HomeVestors scandal and how to avoid a similar mess yourself. Listen in for all this and MORE!Topics discussed in this episode:Setting realistic goals and the passing of timeProblems with our rental propertiesPitfalls of living off your cash flowThe HomeVestors/We Buy Ugly Houses scandalHow franchises are screwing entrepreneurs (and we’re not)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/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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??Using Direct Mail to Find Multifamily Properties with Ryan CorcoranEpisode 154In this episode, we’re speaking with guest Ryan Corcoran about one of our favorite topics: direct mail.Ryan has found success in the tough niche of off-market multi-family real estate investing, building a portfolio of 250 keys in just 7 years. We discuss our shared passion for direct mail marketing, and the importance of marketing in real estate.After listening, you’ll have a better understanding of multi-family wholesaling and how to get in contact with sellers, as well as why the people you surround yourself with matters.Tune in to hear Ryan’s real estate journey, and start your own with his actionable advice!Topics discussed in this episode:Leaving the medical field to focus on real estateThe best way to build wealth as a real estate investorWhy you need to surround yourself with successful peopleRyan’s marketing results with direct mailAnalyzing property valueRyan’s multi-family wholesaling processHow Ryan landed a super sweet land development dealSteps to get started in real estateConnect with Ryan Corcoran:https://www.instagram.com/rjcorcoran08/https://www.tiktok.com/@rjcorcoran08https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiMBodAHt4-UFHHYeF3EKwIf 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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

What did you think of todays show??In today’s Friday Focus episode, our host Dan Austin is diving deeper into Wednesday’s conversation about his and Mike’s experience at Mansion Mastermind with their business coach, Steve Rosenberg.This is a high level recap giving you hard and fast points from the last episode as well as some new information you do not want to miss.Dan explains the three parts to a business and why you need one part before the other, as well as why systemization is key to scaling your business and how he and Mike did it with Steve’s expert help. Dan also touches on a few quotes that he feels are valuable for entrepreneurs to understand and goes into detail on how to use them successfully.If you listened to Wednesday’s episode and have been wanting more, or if you didn’t get a chance to listen and just want a good recap of the conversation about Mansion Mastermind, this episode is for you.Tune in for this and more!Topics discussed in this episode:The three parts to a businessWhy systematizing your business is the most important componentHow we build our systems within our businessDeeper dive into “success, rewards, speed”Red flags to look for before spending money on coachesThe “what I focus on I get more of” mindsetWhy you should be counting your winsIf 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.comhttp://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcasthttp://www.instantinvestorprogram.comhttp://www.instagram.com/mike_investshttp://www.instagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com