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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1150: Stop Waiting for Retirement to Actually Retire - Episode 1150
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7:43A 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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1149: Q&A: Should I Buy or Rent a Home? - Episode 1149
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15:21My 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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1148: Top Tips to Build Wealth Through Real Estate Investing - Episode 1148
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9:45If 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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1147: Q&A: Should I Use My Equity to Pay Off My Rental Property? - Episode 1147
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11:48Today'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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1146: The Foundations of Building Financial Intelligence - Episode 1146
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11:52Today 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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1145: Q&A: What Is the Path to My First Rental Property? - Episode 1145
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19:19Today'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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1144: Here's What Happens When You Follow the American Dream - Episode 1144
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8:56The 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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1143: Q&A: Should I Invest in Single-Family Homes or a Multifamily Unit? - Episode 1143
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10:35Today'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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1142: How to Invest in Today's Crazy Market - Episode 1142
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9:24There’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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1141: Q&A: How Can I Buy My First Rental Property? - Episode 1141
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14:23Today'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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1140: The American Dream Is Totally Dead - Episode 1140
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7:54At 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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1139: Q&A: Can I Own Rental Real Estate Inside a Self-Directed 401k? - Episode 1139
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9:00Can 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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1138: Brace for Impact: It's the Total Collapse of the US Dollar - Episode 1138
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12:02There 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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1137: Q&A: How Can You Use Multiple Contracts on One Property? - Episode 1137
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14:34Is 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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1136: Inflation Anxiety Is Real and It's Crushing Americans - Episode 1136
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9:56A 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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1135: Q&A: How Can You Prepare for the Crash of the Dollar? - Episode 1135
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15:03Smart 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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1134: Stop Saving Your Money Right Now - Episode 1134
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10:41Today 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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1133: Q&A: What Does It Cost to Work with Morris Invest? - Episode 1133
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17:18What 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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1132: How to Make Four Streams of Income with One Investment - Episode 1132
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8:38If 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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1131: Q&A: What's the Best Advice for Young Investors? - Episode 1131
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11:01What 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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1130: Don't Buy a House, Do This Instead - Episode 1130
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10:25As 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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1129: Q&A: How Can I Get Started Investing with $10k? - Episode 1129
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20:16Today'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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1128: A Shockwave of Bank Collapses Are Coming - Episode 1128
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7:53With 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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1127: Q&A: Can You Get a HELOC on an Investment Property? - Episode 1127
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20:55Is 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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1126: Mortgage Payoff Strategies You Need to Know - Episode 1126
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8:59Over 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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1125: Q&A: Should I Invest in Assisted Living Properties? - Episode 1125
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18:00Can 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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1124: The Truth About The Retirement Crisis - Episode 1124
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9:54Many 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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1123: Q&A: Can You Use Annuity Funds to Buy Real Estate? - Episode 1123
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12:34Using 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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1122: America Is Becoming a Renter Nation - Episode 1122
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6:50It’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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1121: Q&A: How Can I Get Funding for My Real Estate LLC? - Episode 1121
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16:14As 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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1120: Americans Are Throwing in the Towel on Credit Card Debt - Episode 1120
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8:29Americans’ 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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1119: Q&A: What's the Difference Between Roth & Traditional IRAs for Investors? - Episode 1119
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22:32Today'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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1118: Say Goodbye to the US Dollar As We Know It - Episode 1118
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11:38The 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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1117: Q&A: Should I Rent Out My Primary Residence? - Episode 1117
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18:27Today'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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1116: The Housing Crisis Is Devastating America - Episode 1116
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8:19Half 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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1115: Q&A: How Do I Get Money to Buy Real Estate? - Episode 1115
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21:13What'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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1114: Americans Are Being Crushed by Credit Card Debt - Episode 1114
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9:18According 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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1113: Q&A: Should I Hire a Property Manager? - Episode 1113
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12:48If 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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1112: The Future of Your 401k - Episode 1112
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7:19There 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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1111: Q&A: Should I Buy a Primary Residence or a Duplex? - Episode 1111
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16:57Today'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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1110: Americans Credit Scores Are Crashing - Episode 1110
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8:55Americans’ credit scores have fallen for the first time in a decade. According to a March 2024 report by FICO, “the effects of high interest rates and persistent inflation may be starting to weigh on consumers, especially those already struggling to manage their finances.” The FICO report found that the national average credit score dipped to 717 i…
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1109: Q&A: How Can I Invest $5k? - Episode 1109
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15:46If you want to get started as a real estate investor, but you only have $5k to invest, what's the best recourse? On this Q&A episode, I'm giving three ideas for getting started investing with $5k! I'm also answering your questions on recovering a project gone wrong with a new builder, and how much it costs to get started investing with Morris Inves…
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1108: The US National Debt Crisis Is Spiraling Out of Control - Episode 1108
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7:04The national debt in the United States is steadily increasing year after year, finally reaching a historic level. This situation is concerning, with a fast-paced growth at a rate of a staggering $1 trillion accruing to the national debt every 100 days. On today’s show, we’re going to talk about some of the main factors brewing behind the scenes. Th…
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1107: Q&A: Should I Use My Home Equity to Invest in Real Estate? - Episode 1107
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13:29Today's first caller asked an excellent question: "is now a good time to use home equity to invest for positive cash flow?" On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on various real estate topics. We're going to cover using home equity for positive cash flow, how to maximize your returns on a smaller …
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1106: The End of the US Dollar Is Happening Faster Than We Thought - Episode 1106
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5:31Now more than ever, there are a lot of questions about the stability and the future of the US dollar. Will the US dollar crash? That’s what we’re going to unpack on today’s show. You're going to learn about the relationship between global trade and the US dollar, the departure from the gold standard, and what the Federal Reserve has said about the …
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1105: Q&A: Is Flipping Houses a Good Investing Strategy? - Episode 1105
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14:25If you're thinking about getting started in the real estate industry, chances are you're considering a lot of options. One popular real estate strategy is flipping houses. Is flipping houses a good investment strategy? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering t…
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1104: How to Easily Buy a Rental Property Before the End of the Year - Episode 1104
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16:05The end of the fiscal year is a great time to assess your goals and add a rental property to your portfolio. Buying before the end of the year can help you build your net worth and take advantage of the tax benefits of buying real estate. On today's show, I'm going to share everything you need to know about buying a rental property before the end o…
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1103: Q&A: Is It a Good Time to Pay Off My Mortgage? - Episode 1103
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13:44When I wrote my book How to Pay Off Your Mortgage in 5 Years, mortgage rates were at a historical low. Since rates have risen in the past year or two, does it still make sense to use a HELOC to pay off the mortgage on your primary home? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore episode features three listener questions on…
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1102: The Banks Are Collapsing and It's Getting Worse - Episode 1102
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8:55Big trouble is ahead for many banks that have commercial real estate in their portfolios. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warning, “there will be bank failures” at the Senate Banking Committee in early March. Due to declining values and defaulting loans in the commercial real estate space, smaller banks are feeling the pinch. Specifically, smal…
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1101: Q&A: How Do I Become a Section 8 Landlord? - Episode 1101
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18:16What does it take to become a Section 8 Landlord? Do you have to get pre-approved? And if so, what does the process look like? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! On today's show, I'm taking three of your great questions on Section 8 rentals, how to get funding to grow your portfolio, and how to buy gold and silver. …
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