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Investing in Real Estate publishes three times a week! It's a show hosted by Clayton Morris with a laser focus on buy and hold rental properties in order to create passive income. Clayton shares tried and true methods for acquiring rental real estate, building net worth, and accelerating your financial freedom. This podcast utilizes expert interviews, case studies with normal everyday investors, and Clayton's own methods for achieving passive income. If you want to learn how to acquire turnk ...
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I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again: the middle class is dead. The last several years have presented hard economic times for the American people. With high inflation, elevated housing costs, and the rising prices of everything, it's never been harder to remain in the middle class. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to unp…
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Insurance is a critical piece of owning and protecting any piece of real estate. Is it a good idea to self-insure your rental property? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate! On today's show, I'm answering three of your great questions about self-insurance, self-directed IRAs, and how to inve…
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For years, we’ve been in an affordable housing crisis. Since the great recession, there has been a massive shortage of homes. Builders, of course, have been hesitant to build in droves since getting burned in 2008 and 2009. And we know that in the past few years, the prices of everything have risen dramatically. This includes lumber, land, and labo…
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Today's first caller used a Veterans Affairs loan to house hack. What's the best way for him to grow a strong real estate portfolio? On today's show, I'm answering this great question, and more! This encore Q&A episode features three of your questions on investing with a VA loan, vacancy rates in our rental markets, and my take on the possibility o…
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My general philosophy when it comes to real estate investing is that the credit score isn’t as big of a deal as people make it out to be. If you’re holding back on reaching your real estate goals because of a credit score, I think that’s a huge mistake. There are so many ways to work around a low credit score. However, it’s true that a higher credi…
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If you have access to a big chunk of equity, how much should you tap into to grow your real estate portfolio? And what is the best product to help you reach your goals? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate! On today's show, I'm answering three of your real estate investing questions spanning…
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Thanks to skyrocketing home prices, American homeowners are flush with equity in their homes. It was reported that over 47% of mortgaged homes across the United States are considered equity rich. Today, we're going to talk about what this amount of equity could mean for the American homeowner. You're going to learn why now is a great time to levera…
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If you have a mortgage on a rental property that's owned by your self-directed IRA, how does the mortgage need to be paid? On today's show, we're going to answer this question — and more! This encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate features three listener questions on self-directed IRA payments, how to choose a landlord friendly state to bu…
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One of the best parts about buying real estate is that you don’t need gobs of cash to get started. In fact, I would argue that your creativity and your determination are more important factors than your savings account balance. All you need to do to get started is to secure a down payment on your first rental property and let the bank finance the r…
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Smart investors know that utilizing a self-directed IRA is an incredible way to build wealth and maximize your retirement. But is there a way to take a loan from your self-directed IRA in order to take advantage of further tax benefits? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore episode of Investing in Real Estate features…
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A lot of people spend their lives hard at work, dreaming of the day that retirement comes around. If you’re lucky, you can claim Social Security benefits at the age of 62, and you can tap into your 401k or IRA without penalty at 59 ½. But what if you didn’t have to wait until you’re 60 years old to give up the daily grind and the dreary commute? Wh…
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My general advice is to rent the home you live in. But what about using the equity in your primary residence to buy rental properties? Today we're going to walk through the pros and cons of owning your home. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three listener questions about owning vs. renting, using business credit, and how t…
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If you’ve ever wondered about how to actually build wealth through real estate investing, this one is for you. On today’s show, we’re going to dive into the main mechanisms that can help you build your net worth, accumulate cash flow, and live financially free. We’re going to cover the ultimate formula you need to build your roadmap to financial fr…
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Today's first caller has $200k in equity in his primary home. He's thinking about leveraging his equity in order to pay off a rental property. Is that a good idea? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on using equity to pay off debt, what…
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Today you’re going to learn about the main tenets of financial intelligence. This is the stuff you didn’t learn in school, and your kids won’t learn either, unless you take the initiative to teach them the value of financial education. I hope you’re ready to take notes, because I’m going to share ten foundations to financial intelligence that you n…
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Today's first caller has started making great returns by investing in real estate notes and he's paying down his student loan debt. What should he do in order to reach his ultimate goal of investing in real estate? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore Q&A episode features three of your great questions on planning for…
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The best way to go broke is by following the American Dream, and here’s why: the American Dream is all about putting your family’s future in the hands of companies that don’t have your best interests in mind. For decades, Americans have been sold the same old song and dance: work hard, buy a house, and put money into a 401k until you retire -- but …
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Today's first caller has a good chunk of money to invest. Should he continue investing in his established rental market or buy a multifamily property in NYC? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore episode! This episode features three of your real estate investing questions on single-family vs multifamily, getting started with bad cr…
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There’s a lot of anxieties and hesitation surrounding investing in real estate in this current market. Today’s financial climate offers a lot of negativity – inflation, elevated prices, high interest rates, and more…But here’s what a lot of people forget: real estate is a tangible asset that offers protection against inflation. On today's show, you…
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Today's first caller has a decent chunk of home equity available and a decent credit score. He's interested in buying his first rental property close to home. What's my advice for this scenario? On this encore Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your questions on buying rental properties in your own backyard, finding lender…
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At one point in time, the American Dream was synonymous with homeownership. Today, there are many hurdles that are holding Americans back from homeownership – including the affordable housing crisis, housing prices, interest rates, inflation, and so much more. On today's show, we're going to discuss the reality of homeownership in the United States…
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Can you own rental real estate inside a retirement account like a self-directed 401k? On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering this question—and more! Today's Q&A episode features three of your great questions on buying real estate inside a self-directed 401k, how to determine how much money you need to buy real estate investments…
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There are so many targets on the back of the US Dollar, and it’s time to get prepared. Today we’re going to talk about the multiple factors that are threatening the dollar, and what you can do to secure your money and your future. On this episode, we're going to talk about the recent decline of the US dollar and the threats it is facing. We're also…
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Is it possible to use multiple rental contracts in a single-family home? What are some factors to consider before you convert a home into a multifamily residence? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your great questions on using multiple contracts, how to buy real…
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A post-pandemic study found that more than three-quarters of working age Americans have experienced inflation-related stress in recent years. And despite lowering rates of inflation, stress levels continue to rise. On today's show, we're going to unpack what's going on with inflation anxiety. We're going to talk about how rising prices and mental h…
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Smart investors are always thinking about building and protecting their wealth. In today's economy, what's the best way to protect yourself from the fluctuating value of the US dollar? On this Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering this question — and more! Today's encore episode features three of your great questions on preparing f…
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Today we’re going to talk about why saving money is a horrible strategy. In fact, saving up piles of cash might be the least financially intelligent thing you could do with your money in 2025. You're going to learn about the major downfalls of saving money. We're going to discuss smarter strategies for investing cash, and how to make more financial…
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What does it cost to work with Morris Invest? Are there fees or subscriptions associated with using our service? On today's show, I'm answering this question—and more! This encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on getting started in real estate, finding a law firm to set up LLCs, and how our process …
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If you really want to live financially free, the best thing you can do is to start developing multiple streams of income. There are many ways to go about this. You could start a business, set up a side hustle, or my personal favorite, invest in rental properties. Rental properties are an incredible passive income strategy because of this: real esta…
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What does a young (or new) investor need to know about getting started in real estate investing? What are the best resources to build your financial intelligence? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions. We'll cover topics like getting sta…
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As rates continue to drop, more and more homebuyers are trying to enter the housing market. And there’s nothing inherently wrong with buying a home to live in, but there is one thing a lot of homebuyers seem to overlook: a primary residence is not a performing asset. Today, we're going to have an important conversation on performing assets -- and w…
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Today's first caller has $10k in reserves. What's the best way to get started investing with that amount of capital? On today's show, I'm answering this question, and more! This encore episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on getting started investing with $10k, how to stay focused when your goal is to build we…
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With multiple US regional banks failing in the last two years, and more on the horizon, it’s important to understand how this happened. On today's show, we're going to talk about the context surrounding bank collapses. Most importantly, you'll learn how to protect yourself from more impending bank collapses in 2025 and beyond.…
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Is it possible to get a home equity line of credit on a rental property? If so, what's the best way to find and utilize a HELOC? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! This encore episode of Investing in Real Estate features three listener questions on topics like finding a HELOC, how to start investing with bad credit, and…
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Over the last several years, more and more homeowners have become interested in paying off debt, including their home mortgage. This is one of my favorite topics to discuss, and in this video, I'm sharing everything I know. You’re going to learn about different strategies you can use, which one is the most effective if you’re serious about making p…
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Can investing in assisted living properties be profitable? And if so, what are some things to consider before buying senior housing? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on investing in assisted living properties, using private money to buy n…
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Many people have an idealized vision of retirement – just like you see on the commercials. You’ve been sold a lie of the American Dream, the 401k, and a cushy retirement by the beach. But this is not the reality of what retirement looks like for most Americans. On today's show, we're going to discuss the current state of retirement in the United St…
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Using retirement funds to buy real estate is a popular way to invest. Can you use annuity funds to buy rental properties? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your intelligent real estate questions. We're going to talk about buying real estate with annui…
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It’s happening right before our eyes; America is becoming a renter nation. Gone are the days of the American Dream with the white picket fence. Buying a house has become out of reach for many Americans. On this episode, we're going to discuss what's going on with the housing market, why so many people are turning to renting, and what this means for…
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As you might know, business banking has different standards than personal lending. Today's first caller asked, "what's the best way to get funding within an LLC? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! Today's episode covers three of your great questions on getting funding in an LLC, buying turnkey rentals out of state, …
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Americans’ credit scores have fallen for the first time in a decade. As always, the mainstream media is putting a positive spin on this – saying the economy is strong, or that these trends aren’t severe enough to signal financial distress. The truth is, this credit situation is destroying Americans' financial well-being. On today's show, you're goi…
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Today's first caller wants to set up a self-directed IRA to buy real estate. What's the difference between Roth and traditional IRAs? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate! On this encore episode, I'm answering your great questions on types of IRAs for investors, the best way to utilize $35k in c…
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The US dollar as we know it, is about to change forever. There are many ways in which the dollar is losing its value, strength, and dominance as the world's principal reserve currency. And all these factors are combining to make way for a digital currency. On today's show, we're going to discuss the future of a central bank digital currency, why it…
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Today's first caller asked a popular question. If you're looking to move out of your primary residence, is it a good idea to rent it out? Or is it better to cut ties completely and sell the property? On this Q&A episode, I'm giving my take on this common dilemma! This episode feature three of your great real estate questions. We're going to cover t…
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Half of US homeowners and renters reported regularly struggling to make their housing payments, according to a recent Redfin survey. The cost of living over the past couple years is hurting Americans, and housing is a big factor in this equation. On today's show, we're going to discuss what's behind America's housing crisis. You're going to learn a…
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What's the best way to get funding for your real estate portfolio? Specifically, after you've reached the 10-mortgage limit with traditional banks, what other avenues exist for funding? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on how to get mone…
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According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, credit card delinquencies reached 8.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023 – that’s up from 5.87% in 2022, and 4.1% in 2021. Within a span of two years, credit card delinquencies have more than doubled. We’re hearing again and again from the current administration the US economy is healthy – ye…
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If you have a rental property but you don't live nearby, what's the best way to manage things on site? Is it a good idea to hire a property management company? On today's show, I'm answering this—plus two more of your voicemails! This encore Q&A episode features three of your real estate questions on property management, LLCs, and buying a mobile h…
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There are major challenges ahead for the future of the 401k. On today's show, you're going to learn the latest data behind why the 401k is headed for disaster. You're going to hear the latest statistics on retirement contribution, hardship loans, and more. We're also going to discuss why the 401k on its own, does not lead to a comfortable retiremen…
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Today's first caller is a Marine who'd like to use a VA loan wisely. Should he buy a primary residence, or hack house a duplex? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore episode! This episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on utilizing a VA loan, pulling funds out of traditional retirement accounts …
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