Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman

On today's episode, Jason welcomes Investment Counselor, Oliver back to the podcast to discuss current market conditions, why it's important to attend live events and the solid foundation of linear markets. A real estate bubble might be right around the corner in expensive cyclical markets but if your portfolio includes a smart mix of linear and hybrid market properties you will ride the wave and continue to grow your wealth no matter what the economic climate. Be sure to check the Creating Wealth Show's back catalog of episodes for more information about the 10 Commandments of Successful Investing. Key Takeaways: [05:08] When new clients see the monthly cash flow their income properties create they get hungry for more properties. [07:33] An example of how to get rich on linear market properties; breaking down the benefits. [14:19] Attending live events like the Oklahoma City JHU event, Property Tours and the Venture Alliance allows you to meet like-minded investors. [17:58] Current market conditions are making property inventories tight. [23:20] Real estate investors must combine their capital with persistence to make money. [29:09] Buy and hold real estate investments are still on good solid ground with good rent to value ratios. [31:02] Expensive new construction properties act like a hybrid even in a linear market. [33:29] Jason recommends the book, Outwitting the Devil. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Outwitting the Devil: The Secret to Freedom and Success by Napoleon Hill

Originally aired on CW 819 When 18 out of 20 valuation sources say the S&P is radically overvalued, it might be true. Most of you know never to invest in the stock market (unless you are an insider) but just in case, Jason shares a table with some astounding estimations of how overvalued the S&P is. And a local market specialist joins us from Oklahoma City to describe the benefits of investing in the primarily new construction market there. He says that a dollar stretches further, tornadoes have moved East and it's a landlord friendly market.

Jason has left the most expensive city in the US, NYC, and is enjoying fly over state pricing once again. The meat of this episode is a recording of a Creating Wealth Live session which focuses on inflation. We all know inflation is right around the corner as it is the only way the government can get out of the current economic climate. Inflation will erode our purchasing power, our stocks, our savings and the rich will get richer. Investing in Income Property is your best weapon against the forthcoming inflationary increase. Key Takeaways: [02:54] Using a movie or Broadway play can get the attention of the political left. [06:29] Investors should align their interests with the government and the powers that be. [09:18] The Venture Alliance Mastermind in Chicago and the Oklahoma City JHU Live and Property Tour. Creating Wealth Live Clip [10:42] The 6 ways the government is likely to inflate themselves out of a mess. [12:54] Understanding inflation in all of its forms. [15:53] The political left uses the guise of compassion and the right uses the guise of fiscal responsibility. [17:57] The government imports a deflationary force. [21:53] All the bills Americans need to pay are increasing while the price of 'wants' is going down. [25:39] How does income property counteract inflation? Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Hartman Education

Client and fellow podcaster, Elisabeth Embry joins Jason to discuss the importance of coming to the live events, finding the true value of your properties and what happens when interest rates rise and inventories are low. The upcoming Venture Alliance and Oklahoma City Property Tour and Jason Hartman University Live events are a great way to meet like-minded people who are income property investors. You can share your creative ideas with Jason or any of the investment counselors at these events and there are tried and true professionals who share their real life experience on the panels. Go to JasonHartman.com/Events and sign up today. Key Takeaways: [03:13] In a booming real estate market nobody is making money if they don't have any inventory to sell. [06:48] The quality of properties lowers when property inventories are limited. [09:31] Puerto Rico, are the tax breaks worth the risk? [16:04] Zillow could be getting sued for their Zestimates. [23:14] A Trulia article states houses haven't reached the pre-recession peak. [27:14] To see properties that make sense come to the Oklahoma Property Tour and Jason Hartman University Live Event. [30:19] Will there be three rate hikes by the Federal Reserve in 2017? [35:22] Sarbanes-Oxley had very little effect on Wells Fargo thievery. [40:23] If you are a Jason Hartman client and want to contribute to a mutual project or goal contact your investment counselor. Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Hartman Education The Jetsetter Show Women Investing Network

Originally aired on CW 267. Despite the grim, doom-and-gloom events occurring in our world today, emerging technologies will make it possible to overcome challenges and bring about significant abundance. Jason Hartman interviews Steven Kotler, co-author of the book, "Abundance," also co-authored by Peter Diamandis. Steven talks about the four forces bringing about abundance, explaining how improvements and new developments in communication technology have already brought many people around the globe out of poverty by bringing more and more brilliant minds online. Medical technology advances will make it possible to diagnose illnesses and disease from home, without incurring the costs of physician and lab fees. People may soon be able to pick IBM's supercomputer Watson's brain online for free. There have been huge advancements in online education technologies.

Jason is in the big apple, New York City, for this 10th episode show. He is definitely not looking for income properties as the Hartman Risk Evaluator said there were no good rent-to-value ratios to be found there. Jason's welcomes author William Poundstone to tell us about his new book, Head in the Cloud: Why Knowing Things Still Matters When Facts are So Easy to Look Up. Mr. Poundstone is also the author of the New York Times best-selling books, Fortune's Formula: The Untold Story of Scientific Betting System that Beat the Casinos and Wall Street, Priceless: The Myth of Fair Value and How to Take Advantage of It and Gaming the Vote: Why Elections Aren't Fair and What We Can Do About it. Key Takeaways: [04:11] Income property is the 'ideal' multi-dimensional asset class but there are others. [07:28] Corporate raiders would creatively acquire a company and part it out akin to income property investors today. [12:29] The upcoming Venture Alliance Mastermind in Chicago includes an appearance by Mish Shedlock. William Poundstone Interview: [17:22] William explains the premise of his latest book, Head in the Cloud. [21:13] Having a general knowledge of baseline facts and the Dunning-Kruger effect have humbling assets. [23:38] The larger a person's vocabulary is akin to their ability to think. [27:22] How does America stack up on the map of ignorance? [29:53] Americans will vote for judges with less ethnic sounding names if they don't know the candidates. [36:01] The Kelly Formula informs a user of the optimal amount you should be putting on each bet or investment. Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Hartman Education William Poundstone

Jason and guest, Bob Filner take part in a jovial tete-a-tete about the Trump Administration, how the remiss government regulators are towards financial institutions and the reinvention of the democratic party. As the former House Committee Chairman on Veteran's Affairs, Bob Filner tackled Jamie Dimon and JP Morgan by threatening to press charges for their unethical treatment of military personnel by foreclosing on their mortgage loans. Mr. Filner was also the Mayor of San Diego and this interview comes on the heels of the release of his new book, Trumping Trump: Making Democrats Progressive Again. Key Takeaways: [03:18] Retargeting keeps people in a perpetual state of stale. [14:44] The Venture Alliance Mastermind and the Oklahoma JHU Live and Property Tour will include the micro and macro benefits to income property investing. Bob Filner Interview: [17:51] Bob Filner shares the purpose behind his book, Trumping Trump. [20:19] Will the Tobin tax discourage trading and betting on non-asset based investments? [23:13] Bob would like to rebrand the democratic party as the party of the working people. [25:11] Bob threatened Jamie Dimon and JPMorgan for foreclosing on military personnel's home while they were serving in active duty. [31:13] It is pathetic how easily you can buy justice. [32:05] Does the financial system need less or more regulation? [42:14] The problem with the Trump administration as Bob Filner sees it. [47:20] Trump's policies could have a devastating affect on the US economy. [49:16] What benefits the American worker more jobs and higher pay or low cost imported goods? Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Women's Investing Network Podcast Trumping Trump: Making Democrats Progressive Again by Bob Filner [email protected] Venture Alliance Mastermind

Originally aired on CW 536. The debt crisis in Greece is proof that Socialism doesn't work. Can you imagine camping out in front of an ATM only to be turned away? We need to be responsible. Socialism has never worked. Investing in long term, stable rental properties is the proper way to create and grow wealth. Make a decision on a material fact with us. Should the family have been notified about a stalker before they bought a house? And we go way back to the 1970's when Jimmy Carter warned that the world's oil was almost gone and the U.S. should invest in new technologies. Is the oil gone and do new energy sources have environmental sins of their own?

This episode is very telling about the current and future state of the current US economy. Jason welcomes Tempo Funding Managing Director Mike Zlotnik to the show to discuss the what factors gave rise to and will ultimately tank the economy. As listeners to this program, you know real estate is the best class to hedge against inflation but if you also invest with institutional investors it may be time to fold your hand and become your own decision maker. The Oklahoma City JHU Live event and Property Tour also includes a special panel of experts who will share their stories and answer your questions. Key Takeaways: [03:30] Yield rate and Cap rate compression defined. [08:01] After the 2008 crash the deal flow was abundant. [10:04] Institutional investors get rewarded for deploying capital, not finding the best deal. [15:04] Inflation is here and markets are softening. [20:44] Stagflation is a bizarre scenario but it is likely to happen. [29:19] Investors must prepare for the worst-case scenario. [30:51] Tempo Funding provides short and long-term hard money lending. Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Rent Control Movie Tempo Funding

Jason welcomes fellow investor and client Gary Pinkerton back to the show. Gary describes his experiences with tenant turnover, how he reduces costs by using durable replacement materials and some preventative measures he uses to ensure tenants are satisfied in his properties. Gary and Jason also discuss the benefits of two-year leases with built-in rent increases and how immersing yourself in the investor culture (by attending Venture Alliance and JHU's) can make you the best investor you can be. Visit JasonHartman.com to sign up for July's Oklahoma Property Tour and Jason Hartman University event and join the Venture Alliance to attend the upcoming Mastermind in Chicago. Key Takeaways: [02:08] Free market economics makes America is the land of abundance. [06:30] How to reduce "tenant turn" without spending a lot of money with Gary Pinkerton. [12:32] Two-year leases with built in rent increases. [14:27] Management companies commonly keep late fees much like a payday loan business. [20:09] How to minimize the cost of tenant turnover and make your property durable. [27:11] A service like Home Advisor is an inexpensive way to self-manage. [34:45] Gary will attend the Venture Alliance in Mastermind in Chicago and JHU and Property tour in Oklahoma. Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Women Investing Network (WIN) Home Advisor Real Estate Tools Property Tracker Venture Alliance Mastermind

Originally aired on CW 284. Private equity is a type of investing where you deploy capital in companies privately rather than in the public market. Here to talk about this subject with Jason Hartman is David Carey, author of King of Capital, and senior writer for "The Deal." David explains the various forms, including injecting money into companies to help them grow faster, and the most common form, a leverage buyout (LBO).

Jason welcomes William Cohan back to the show. William is a columnist for the New York Times, a special correspondent for Vanity Fair, he formerly contributed to Bloomberg View and he is the author of Why Wall Street Matters, The Last Tycoons and House of Cards. William shares his views on the Trump administration, why Donald has had a hard time draining the swamp and who really is to thank for the low unemployment rate and the steady economy. Key Takeaways: [02:18] Location still makes a difference when pricing hotel rooms in Monaco. [04:42] Doom and gloom predictions have been incorrect since the 70's. [10:38] Jason's advice for his investors is to get richer and do it quickly. [12:39] New forms of transportation and the sharing economy make it an amazing time to be alive. [15:34] Oklahoma City Property Tour/JHU live and Venture Alliance event details. William Cohan Guest Interview: [17:58] The Trump administration, leverage and cleaning out the gears of the machine that is the US economy. [24:09] A grand bargain with Wall Street would mean revamping much of its incentive system. [27:25] Draining the swamp is harder to do than it looks. [30:08] What we should expect out of the economy and employment. Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Real Estate Tools Property Tracker Venture Alliance Mastermind William Cohan

Jason starts things off with a brilliant app idea you can use to create a micro-business with. Then, he gives real life examples of the capabilities of disruptive technologies and how they will affect all future endeavours. All of these examples show the true value of income property investing because land can not be duplicated. There is only so much of it. Whether it's the algorithms that run Wall Street, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies or mining commodities from asteroids there is no equal to a linear, long-time buy and hold single family home. Be sure to join Jason for the upcoming Venture Alliance Mastermind in Chicago and sign up for the Oklahoma City JHU Live event and property tour. Ask you investment counselor for details. Key Takeaways: [03:11] Feel free to make a billion dollars with this brilliant business idea from Jason. [12:01] Will Bitcoin surpass $2000 before gold surpasses $2000. [18:54] Income property is an asset class which is difficult to disrupt. [21:45] The theory behind the Hartman Risk Evaluator. [22:57] The price of commodities is based on scarcity. [25:13] Invest in something that becomes more valuable with technology, like the autonomous vehicle. [27:53] Jason shares his thoughts on a Wall Street Journal article about QUANTS. [31:46] The JHU membership program offers discounts on events. [35:44] An article about avocado toast and millennials. Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Longevity and Biohacking Podcast Real Estate Tools Property Tracker Venture Alliance Mastermind

Originally aired on CW 245. Jason Hartman interviews author, Amity Shlaes, about her book, "The Forgotten Man: A New History of the Great Depression." Franklin D. Roosevelt spoke of the forgotten man as the man at the bottom of the economic pyramid, the poor man, the homeless man. Miss Shlaes explains that there is another forgotten man, the taxpayer, based on an algebraic description by William Graham Sumner.

Jason records this episode from Europe where he is thoroughly appreciating Capitalism. He reminds us, to get rich, we must take consistent, prudent risks. Understanding proformas and having the ability to analyze real estate deals will pay off in long-term cash flow. And, using leverage allows you to do more with less. During the Four Pillars of ROI clip, we learn about the sometimes underappreciated tax benefits of income property investments and hear a new investor recommend investing with Jason's company. Don't miss the Oklahoma City Property Tour and the JHU Live Event just after July 4th. Key Takeaways: [03:03] The hidden pillar of ROI is inflation-induced debt destruction. [04:34] Jason doesn't understand why millennials beg for Socialism/Communism. [11:26] The Venture Alliance Mastermind in Chicago is coming up in June. [13:52] The college experience is much like the European experience. [17:02] The way to get rich is taking prudent risks. [24:18] Look forward to the future, appreciate the past but live in the future. The Four Pillars of ROI Live Clip: [28:37] How to Analyze a Real Estate Investment - free video. [31:33] Appreciation amplified with leverage. [34:42] Victor shares his thoughts about pulling the trigger and building his income property portfolio. [42:17] Recognized tax benefits of income property investing. Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Real Estate Tools Property Tracker Venture Alliance Mastermind

This episode was inspired by the current distance between Jason and his loving companion, Coco. Jason is in the Ukraine, as Coco who is in doggy daycare, anxiously awaits his return. Jason delivers his most heartwarming episode ever as he interviews the author of A Dog's Purpose, Bruce Cameron. Bruce captured the hearts of over 2300 Amazon reviewers, as well as topping the New York Times best-seller list, with his series of stories about man's best friend. Oklahoma City is the place for your financial Independence Day. Attend Jason Hartman University Live and an Oklahoma City property tour July 6th. Key Takeaways: [03:46] A question from a Twitter follower about last week's bubble alert. [09:36] Jason was in Romania when the great recession was going down. [11:16] If you are serious about understanding the numbers and make a solid real estate investment join us at the upcoming JHU Live event. Bruce Cameron Guest Interview: [17:32] A Dog's Purpose and A Dog's Journey resonated with people because it included true love and true friends. [20:21] Dogs are really good at reading our emotions. [22:21] The Dogs of Christmas is a dramatic mirror of our current hermit type lives. [26:24] Dog's make the best out of everything so take advantage of it! Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman @jasonhartmanroi on Twitter How to Analyze a Real Estate Investment JHU Live Event in Oklahoma City Rover A Dog's Purpose 8 Simple Rules for Dating my Teenage Daughter Look Up video A Midnight Plan of the Repo Man

Originally aired on CW 829 Join Jason Hartman and Andrew "Ranting Andy" Hoffman, Miles Franklin's Marketing Director, as they discuss the new game on Wall Street with its evil derivatives and destructive investment advice. Andy says Wall Street is no longer in the business of destroying retailers. Ever since the repeal of the Glass-Steagall Act, they've been in the business of destroying countries and taking power. Andy talks about Goldman-Sachs infiltration into political positions in other countries, and the infiltration into municipalities by other big Wall Street thugs, such as JP Morgan.

In this episode, Jason outlines the two simple principles that alert an investor to an overvalued market. He explains the rent to value ratio and construction cost approaches and how the methods are applied to the linear, cyclical and hybrid markets. Jason also explores the benefits gained by experienced investors who use the proper metrics to analyze properties versus an immature investor who follows the current trend. Mark your calendars for July 8th and 9th for the upcoming Oklahoma City Property Tour and JHU Live Seminar. Key Takeaways: [02:20] Jason explains why capital appreciation is attractive to the amateur investor. [07:54] How do you know if the real estate market is overvalued? [14:36] The self-storage facility purchase that wasn't meant to be. [23:09] The comparison approach, the income approach and the construction cost approach are the 3 basic ways properties are valued or appraised [23:50] The Rent to Value ratio is the current value versus the rental income. [26:56] The Cap Rate is not a good metric for residential real estate investing. [28:15] Using the Debt Coverage ratio as an investment metric to protect your assets. [33:34] The Oklahoma City Property Tour and JHU seminar will be on July 8th and 9th Mentioned in This Episode: Renter's Warehouse - Get 3 free months of property management with this link. Jason Hartman Real Estate Tools

Jason welcomes Elisabeth Embry to the podcast to discuss their new podcast! Women Investing Network or WIN will be co-hosted by Jason and Elisabeth and will focus on unique opportunities for women investors from a woman's point of view. Elisabeth has a large income property portfolio and understands how to analyze the data necessary to make solid real estate investments in linear markets. They also discuss cash-on-cash return, Loan to Investment ratios, the Trump presidency and tax plan and the Seattle market. Key Takeaways: [02:21] Information on the new Women Investing Network podcast. [04:40] Cash-on-cash Return explained. [07:59] Analyzing the data to uncover the true ROI of a property. [12:09] The 1031 exchange is yet another beautiful facet of investing in income properties. [13:31] Trump tax cuts and Jason's theory of relativity. [20:08] Elisabeth and Jason banter about Trump's presidency and the economy. [26:00] Is a bubble coming to the Seattle market? [29:10] Using the Risk Evaluator to determine the Land to Improvement Ratio. [30:27] Two reasons investing in a linear market is a lower risk for investors.

If you are using microeconomics to plan for your future you may be ready to sell your assets and buy a "Preppers guide to self-sustainability". But, if you take a step back and look at the bigger picture of macroeconomics you will see that it's an amazing time to be alive. Jason's guest Jawad Mian says "the key is to watch the disruption". Manufacturing may be at an all time low but the services provided by Silicon Valley and the tech industry will offset any economic loss with growth, just in different terms. The market always corrects itself just differently than people perceive it to. The future is brighter than you might think.

Jason welcomes Pat Donohoe back to the show. Pat is the President and CEO of Paradigm Life and host of the Wealth Standard podcast. Together, Jason and Pat analyze a Wall Street Journal article which addresses lower mortgage rates and how the lower rates may affect the already 'hot' real estate market, how autonomous cars will create a resurgence of the suburbs and how the upper middle-class is rethinking retirement based on the trend of extended life spans. Key Takeaways: [02:22] Wall Street Journal audio clip relating to the current housing market and interest rates. [04:42] Zillow and isolated locations, like LA, with inflated housing values. [11:35] Supply and demand in the rental property market. [14:53] The Wealth Standard Radio and Paradigm Life contact information. [15:36] The resurgence of suburbia will come with autonomous vehicles. [19:28] A warning about spending money on high priced real estate. [25:41] Reinventing retirement based on the cost of living longer. [29:17] The 401k was never really meant as a retirement plan. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Longevity and Biohacking Show Venture Alliance Mastermind Zillow Wealth Standard Radio Paradigm Life Unlimited Wealth: The Theory and Practice of Economic Alchemy by Paul Zane Pilzer

This episode demonstrates the versatility of the most historically proven asset class income property. Jason breaks down its multiple dimensions and the various factors which can be used to prove that income property is the best investment you can make. During the client case study segment, Ani Wee tells her story of monetary and portfolio growth from her income property investments. She uses the Hartman Network to find opportunities, to gather information and to engage with like-minded people. Key Takeaways: [03:30] Money matters! [08:06] Why you should immerse yourself in the most historically proven asset class. Client Case Study Ani Wee: [21:29] During the market crash Ani was looking for options when she came upon the Creating Wealth Show. [23:29] She started investing in real estate after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad but she didn't know what she was doing. [25:36] Ani receives yellow postcards on the first property she bought from the Hartman network. [30:41] Ani's duplex in Florida appreciated from $79K to over $150K and her RTV ratio increased. [36:35] Comparison, income and replacement cost are the three basic approaches to appraisals. [38:34] Don't be afraid to push back on property management issues. [41:18] Ani will be doing a 1031 exchange on her properties in hybrid and cyclical markets. [44:36] Don't wait to buy real estate and outsource your debt to your tenants. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman - Watch the Free Video on How to Understand a Pro Forma Venture Alliance Mastermind

Previously aired as CW 373 Rodney Johnson is President and Editor of Dent Research. He joins the show to explain why gold will fall below $800. Johnson then discusses whether the US economy is slowing. He also shares how investors can build streams of income instead of relying on equity markets. Visit Dent Research at www.dentresearch.com. Rodney Johnson works closely with Harry Dent to study how people spend their money as they go through predictable stages of life, how that spending drives our economy and how you can use this information to invest successfully in any market. Rodney began his career in financial services on Wall Street in the 1980s with Thomson McKinnon and then Prudential Securities. He started working on projects with Harry in the mid-1990s. He's a regular guest on several radio programs such as America's Wealth Management, Savvy Investor Radio, and has been featured on CNBC, Fox News and Fox Business's "America's Nightly Scorecard, where he discusses economic trends ranging from the price of oil to the direction of the U.S. economy. He holds degrees from Georgetown University and Southern Methodist University.

The housing market is a seller's market right now and Trump's tax cuts may elongate the duration. Jason explains how a tax cut will boost the US economy and how investors can benefit from the multiplier effect. And later in the interview, Joe Fairless shares his rags to riches story. He explains how he got started investing, the necessary components of a master lease and how he scaled his portfolio so quickly. Key Takeaways: [01:28] Renter's Warehouse is the perfect sponsor for the Creating Wealth Show. [04:27] The availability of properties in a linear market. [07:50] CNBC clip about the demand for property in this seller's market. [10:15] Trump wants to bring the tax rate from 35% to 15%. [14:01] A Facebook memory reminds Jason of the big government disasters of the past. [19:08] Income property investors can benefit from the multiplier effect of the proposed tax cuts. Joe Fairless Guest Interview: [24:23] Joe's startup story is one of delayed gratification and success. [31:03] Joe reflects on the positives and the negatives of his investment experience. [34:03] The master lease investment was 6.3 million on Joe's first property. [37:32] The downsides of a master lease. [42:14] How Joe scaled the growth of his portfolio quickly. [44:28] Free resources from Joe Fairless. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Renter's Warehouse offers a special discount to Creating Wealth listeners National Real Estate Investors Association Joe Fairless [email protected] Multifamily Syndication

Big data is here, it's there, it's everywhere. Real estate investors should use it to their advantage. Tenants credit scores are easy to access and just a click away. In this episode, Jason unpacks recent headlines which paint a picture of the state of the economic mindset in the U.S. Articles about the future of the insurance industry, your 401k account and the current value of the housing market are all scrutinized and analyzed. He also offers up some recommended reading to those worried about the state of the environment. Key Takeaways: [02:28] Newser article The Key to Easy Life Insurance, a Selfie? describes the future of the insurance industry. [11:45] Jason's secret to aging well. [14:19] Jason remarks on the Wall Street Journal article Grab Your Pitchforks America Your 401k May Need Defending From Congress. [20:11] Recommended books on energy and environmentalism. [20:56] RealtyTrac article Are We Headed Towards Another Bursting Housing Bubble in 2017? [29:40] Headlines on the RealtyTrac site are telling about the state of the union. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Creating Wealth Ep.#165 with Tony Alessandra Longevity and Biohacking Show RealtyTrac Venture Alliance Mastermind 3 Dimensions of Real Estate Articles & Books The Key to Easy Life Insurance, a Selfie? Grab Your Pitchforks America Your 401K May Need Defending From Congress Smaller, Faster, Lighter. Denser, Cheaper: How Innovation Keeps Proving Catastrophists Wrong by Robert Bryce The Bet by Paul Sabin Are We Headed for Another Bursting Housing Bubble in 2017?

Originally aired as CW 165 Jason talks with Dr. Tony Alessandra CSP, CPAE about The Platinum Rule. Listen at: http://www.jasonhartman.com/radioshows. Tony has a street-wise, college-smart perspective on business, having been raised in the housing projects of NYC to eventually realizing success as a graduate professor of marketing, entrepreneur, business author, and hall-of-fame keynote speaker. He earned a BBA from the

When 18 out of 20 valuation sources say the S&P is radically overvalued, it might be true. Most of you know never to invest in the stock market (unless you are an insider) but just in case, Jason shares a table with some astounding estimations of how overvalued the S&P is. And a local market specialist joins us from Oklahoma City to describe the benefits of investing in the primarily new construction market there. He says that a dollar stretches further, tornadoes have moved East and it's a landlord friendly market. Key Takeaways: [02:07] The two ways to win on Wall Street. [04:05] Give value to the psychology of investing. [07:13] An example of a crappy real estate deal in Santa Ana, California. [11:02] The stock market is radically overvalued, 18 of 20 valuators concur. [23:46] Yield/Dividend type investors always win. Oklahoma City Metro Market Profile: [26:03] New Construction keeps the economy rolling in Oklahoma City. [31:05] The Oklahoma City area boasts a thriving economy and positive cash flow. [33:05] Are tornados and issue for investors needing to insure properties? [38:09] Home value to income ratios in the Oklahoma City area. [42:54] The local market specialist has an interest to satisfy investors. [46:17] Property management services are available short and long term. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Hartman Education Real Estate Tools

One of the benefits of listening to the Creating Wealth podcast is current, as well as, historical data on the most historically proven asset class, income property. Jason handpicks Flashback Friday episodes that contain pertinent information about predictions and changes in real estate and the overall state of the US with regards to the real estate/housing markets. Reviewing industry trends of the past may help you balance future investments so be sure to listen to the Flashback Friday episodes. Today's guest is Reichen Kuhl, CEO and Founder of the rental contract insurance company, LeaseLock. He shares useful information about the program designed to identify rent payers and to protect landlords from those who don't pay their rent. Key Takeaways: [02:54] Listen to Flashback Friday episodes to gain perspective on today's real estate market. [11:25] Hold on loosely, but don't let go can be a song lyric or a real estate investment strategy. [14:52] Cap rate and cash-on-cash return are metrics that don't tell the whole investment story. [18:59] Examples of available properties to demonstrate the importance of understanding a pro forma. Reichen Kuhl Guest Interview: [27:00] LeaseLock is an insurance policy a tenant will pay the rent. [30:37] How exactly does the LeaseLock know who will be a rent payer? [36:12] Insurance industries are able to insure people differently in spite of Fair Housing laws. [38:19] The cost is LeaseLock is 7% of the full lease value of the rental unit. [41:35] Miscellaneous information about LeaseLock as a business. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Real Estate Tools LeaseLock

Originally aired as CW 215 Jason Hartman talks with James Anderson, managing director of GoldSilver.com, about the historical cycles of gold and silver and other precious metals, against the monetary cycles. As the world's fiat currencies continue to be debased through inflation, regulation, and irresponsible spending, precious metals investing is on the rise. But do you physically own your gold

This episode is chock full of trends, predictions and current affairs. Jason (The Predictive Genius) Hartman is a purveyor of rational recklessness. He shares an article from The Atlantic which asserts that Americans are moving out of the city and into suburbia. Once again proving his theory of the resurgence of the suburbs to be correct. Jason also reminds us to take time to remember the good things in life by way of the 'Winning is Giving' poem by one of his early mentors, Denis Waitley. Key Takeaways: [2:56] Humans make emotionally-charged decisions and then rationalize them with logic. [06:40] Why the best real estate deals never close. [09:09] Price, Terms and Time (PTT) are the 3 corners of the real estate deal triangle. [11:06] 'Winning is Giving' by Denis Waitley [13:53] Are the 3 value drivers of real estate still location, location and location? [19:04] An article from The Atlantic "Why are so many Americans saying goodbye to cities?" [27:57] Thou shalt only invest where there is universal need. [31:56] A portfolio review and rebalance is necessary every 6-months or so. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Atlantic Article - Why So Many Americans Saying Goodbye to Cities by Derek Thompson

It's a wonderful time to be alive, especially if you are an income property investor. New technologies allow investors to self-manage properties all over the U.S. no matter where in the world they are located. Jason speaks with Merrick Lackner the Co-founder of Rently and Rently Keyless. Merrick describes the mechanics behind turning your rental properties into smart homes to give you more control over showings, energy consumption costs and the general well-being of your properties as well as the cost of installation and maintenance. Key Takeaways: [03:07] Changes in property management and increased returns from investments. [04:34] Do you know which billionaire lives in a trailer park? Merrick Lackner Guest Interview: [09:21] Merrick saw the need to improve on the showing of rental properties. [12:57] Merrick describes the different options Rently offers. [20:48] How the Rently process is coordinated for the renter and the landlord. [25:30] The smart matching program includes a background check. [26:58] Rently Keyless Entry gives real estate investors more control over their properties. [30:10] How much does Rently Keyless cost to install and maintain? [33:02] Rently offers different access for renters and owners to reduce liabilities and provide privacy. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Jason Hartman University Zappos Real Estate Tools Rently Rently Keyless

Originally aired as CW 244 Join Jason Hartman and client, Patrick, for a timely discussion about the benefits of real estate investing. Patrick shares his experiences working with Jason Hartman and Platinum Properties Investor Network's investment counselors.

Finally an economist talks about some new, positive stuff! Jason welcomes guest expert, Frances Donald the Senior Economist at Manulife Asset Management and Chief Economist at John Hancock Financial Services. Frances is a wealth of information as she shares CEO, consumer and investor sentiment numbers with regards to the housing market and the job market. Jason can't seem to pin Frances down on whether or not Trump, our first real estate president, is responsible for the growing economy but she does acknowledge the stock market is rallying based on the promised policy changes. Frances says despite student loan debt and banks being reluctant to give mortgage loans to younger people the pent up demand leaves room to run in the real estate market. Key Takeaways: [4:42] Frances has a positive outlook for the U.S. economy based on the investor sentiment survey. [7:24] Does Trump deserve credit for the good economic forecast? [8:41] The challenge for the housing market moving forward is that interest rates are moving up. [11:42] Companies large and small are feeling more optimistic with Trump as president. [13:23] Residential investment or housing is a small percent of the total economy. [18:00] Frances Donald shares the two drivers of rental housing. [20:32] The natural relationship between housing and rentals is currently broken. [24:11] Wage growth and how it relates to demographics. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Real Estate Tools John Hancock @francesdonald on Twitter

To start the show, two clients who bought properties at the Creating Wealth Seminar and Memphis Property Tour tell their stories of why they do business with Jason's company. And, later a recording from the Venture Alliance Mastermind in Las Vegas with Jeff. Jeff details how he creates balance in his life and has a successful career. Key Takeaways: [1:27] Adam bought his 9th property during the Memphis Property Tour. [4:32] A client who likes doing business with Jason's organization because they provide a one-stop shop. Las Vegas Venture Alliance Recording [10:24] Jeff breaks things down into quarterly and daily goals. [13:04] How Jeff strategically forms his 4 key goals. [18:22] Meditation is a key component of successful people's lives. [22:23] The importance of teaching and growing every day. [26:13] Choosing to create a leader, not a doer. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman A Tale of Two Brothers Podcast Venture Alliance Mastermind

Join Jason Hartman and returning guest, Ellen Brown, author of Web of Debt, for a discussion of the United States' debt ceiling, QE2, inflation, as well as a brief explanation of how money came to equal debt. Ellen explains why the debt ceiling is unconstitutional, how the government is legally committed to paying its debts. She points out the contradiction that has been for more than 100 years, since WWI. The easing put into place at that time was only to be a temporary measure. Ellen also talks about shadow banking causing the crisis by money being lent into existence, slight of hand. The only real money are coins, which are one-tenth of the total money in circulation. Ellen also discusses QE2 , where the government agreed to pay the interest on borrowed money in order to maintain control of the Federal Funds rate. She said there are a lot of reserve funds on the books in certain foreign banks, including bond dealers, that is just being held. Ellen also touches on the national debt, Glass-Steagall, and proposes state-owned banks as part of the solution, with the basic idea that we take care of our own, much the same way that Japan is reliant on their own Central Bank. Ellen Brown developed her research skills as an attorney practicing civil litigation in Los Angeles. In Web of Debt, her latest book, she turns those skills to an analysis of the Federal Reserve and "the money trust." She shows how this private cartel has usurped the power to create money from the people themselves, and how we the people can get it back. Brown developed an interest in the developing world and its problems while living abroad for eleven years in Kenya, Honduras, Guatemala and Nicaragua. She returned to practicing law when she was asked to join the legal team of a popular Tijuana healer with an innovative cancer therapy, who was targeted by the chemotherapy industry in the 1990s. That experience produced her book Forbidden Medicine, which traces the suppression of natural health treatments to the same corrupting influences that have captured the money system. Brown's eleven books include the bestselling Nature's Pharmacy, co-authored with Dr. Lynne Walker, which has sold 285,000 copies.

The resurgence of the suburbs is yet another of Jason's predictions coming true. Jason shares a recording of the Wall Street Journal article as proof. Then, Cal Newport details the current distraction epidemic caused by our smartphones and social media accounts. Cal believes corporations have us just where they want us by making us addicted to apps and programs which feed us non-stop advertisements and shape our buying habits. He discusses his books, Deep Work and So Good They Can't Ignore You while offering strategies designed to break your addiction. Cal Newport is a Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. Key Takeaways: [4:23] Jason's prediction about the resurgence of the suburbs is coming true. [9:45] Applying business ethics in politics doesn't always work. [11:05] A recording of the WSJ article about the migration of the US population. Cal Newport Guest Interview: [17:42] Cal explains the foundation for his two popular books. [19:33] Modern digital handheld devices offer a true test of a person's ability to focus. [24:03] Measuring the impact of your digital behavior to make a bigger impact. [26:30] How to break the addiction of digital devices. [32:01] Developing a Deep Work habit. [37:41] The distinction between productivity and true productivity. [39:02] Apps and strategies for people who need to maintain connections but also want to focus. [41:48] The title So Good They Can't Ignore You was inspired by Steve Martin. [46:22] Social Media doesn't add much profit to your business unless your business is social media. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Real Estate Tools Jason Hartman University Cal Newport Deep Work by Cal Newport So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport "Look Up" Video on YouTube Freedom App

During this case study, client Vernon Grant offers up a classic example of a situation you or your parents may be in right now. Vernon asks Jason for investment guidance on the two properties his parents own that are in vastly different markets. It's all about the numbers, as Jason breaks down each property by its rent-to-value-ratio (RTV) and the existing debt structures of each. Jason reminds investors to consider depreciation offsets, refi-til-ya-die options and the beauty of renting. Key Takeaways: [2:15] If your property doesn't have good RTV ratios consider selling or refinancing. [10:43] Vernon has been around property investing his entire life. [12:00] Vernon needs Jason's advice about how to handle his parent's properties. [14:23] It doesn't matter where your property is, RTV ratios are almost always the same. [17:51] The New York market is a cyclical market and may be on the verge of being overvalued. [25:12] Jason offers the Refi-til-ya-die as an alternative to selling. [28:35] Why do we trust the advice of strangers more than we trust the advice of our friends and family? [32:33] It's important to examine the existing debt structure of the properties. [34:09] A 1031 exchange may help offset depreciation taxes. [36:37] How does an investor know when it's time to 1031 exchange or to refinance? Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Jhart88 on Voxer Real Estate Tools

Welcome to the Creating Wealth Show. This is Episode Number 258, and this is your host, Jason Hartman. Excited to be with you today, as always. Thanks for joining me. Today we're going to talk about the Secrets of Economic Indicators, with our guest, Bernie Baumohl and he's written a book on that subject and it's got a couple of printings, a couple of versions out and I think you'll really get some stuff out of that, and come learn how to decode what you hear about, what you read about in the news media, and what it means to you as an investor and as an astute financial person.

In this solo episode, Jason reviews articles which depict the current economic state of affairs from coast to coast. In San Francisco, one company is paying employees to move, developers are driving up the cost of homeownership in New York City and the most average city in the US is exactly where you would expect it to be. Jason also reminds us why we shouldn't be alarmed by rising interest rates because, as he points out, you have to look at the big picture. Money is and will be flowing into the real estate market during the Trump Administration. Don't let your money be lazy! Contact an investment counselor today. If you are a new investor or thinking about investing in income property, visit Jasonhartman.com and watch the video, How to Analyze a Real Estate Deal. It's free educational material. Key Takeaways: [2:09] The measurements used to determine the Most Average City in America. [7:44] A small tangent turns into a rant about the downsides of Tesla ownership. [13:49] The Business Insider article about Zapier paying employees 10K to move outside of San Francisco. [16:16] Developers are swarming in New York City neighborhoods article. [18:47] Signs money continues to flow into the real estate. [21:57] The ability to borrow is a great asset. [28:21] Money will flow into real estate under a Trump Administration. [29:41] Work with an investment counselor to help build your portfolio. [33:07] What will cause the rise of the suburbs? [37:42] Why you should go back and listen to previous Creating Wealth episodes. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Real Estate Tools Articles: Newser: This is the Most Average City in America by Michael Harthorne Business Insider: The cost of living in San Francisco is so high, a tech company is paying workers to leave by Melia Robinson 'We're like cockroaches': Developers are swarming over emerging neighborhoods by E.B. Solomont

To kick things off, Jason shares a Wallethub article which lists cities with the highest and lowest credit scores. Memphis credit scores are some of the lowest in the US which is why it is a good place to invest in income properties. And, Jason's guest today is the first banker in history to expose the monumental story of Swiss bank secrecy. When Bradley Birkenfeld became aware of the shady practices of Swiss accounts he went directly to the Department of Justice. What happened after led him to expose the secret connection between the US and Swiss Governments and how taxpayers in both countries foot the bill for the illegal activities of bankers. Key Takeaways: [2:05] Details about the upcoming Creating Wealth Seminar and Memphis Property Tour. [6:20] A Survey by Wallethub lists these cities as having the highest and lowest credit scores. Bradley Birkenfeld Guest Interview: [11:54] A history lesson about the beginning of Swiss banking anonymity. [14:56] The Department of Justice turned Bradley away. [16:02] The banking system and the federal government are closely related. [19:00] Secret numbered Swiss accounts allow for non-traceable illegal activities. [23:22] Bradley was forced to go to the Senate because the DOJ is corrupt. [26:55] Proof the American people were screwed by the Obama administration. [28:39] The U. S. Government and the Swiss Government are in bed together. [33:38] Wikileaks documents show Hillary Clinton was involved in UBS. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Lucifer's Banker Articles: 2017's U.S. Cities with the Highest and the Lowest Credit Scores.

Jason Hartman gives you a free one hour segment from his Creating Wealth Home Study Course as he discusses "The Ten Commandments of Successful Investing."

Jason and Fernando unpack recent articles from the Washington Post and Wall Street Journal as they relate to the general economy and most importantly, real estate. The first real estate president, Donald Trump may be opening the door to increased money flow in the U.S. through cutting the federal workforce and removing restrictions on community banks. Jason points out the multiple dimensions of real estate and how income properties offer multiple strategies for staying ahead of the market. Key Takeaways: [2:00] Jason and Fernando discuss the Washington Post article "Trump Budget is Expected to Seek Historic Contraction of the Federal Workforce." [11:53] And, "Trump Pledges to Ease Restrictions on Community Banks." [17:26] The 3 Dimensions of Real Estate [19:27] Charlotte, NC is a great example of a market that softened after investors invested in income properties. [21:10] Fernando is faced with making decisions about his existing properties. [23:01] When is it the right time to change Property Managers? [32:24] Unpacking the Wall Street Journal article "Credit Reports to Exclude Certain Negative Information, Boosting FICO Scores." [35:11] Reasons for investors to be bullish right now. [37:33] It pays to be cautious but most importantly, be smart. [40:49] Memphis Property Tour is almost sold-out. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Real Estate Tools [email protected]

This episode includes a recording of a live Q&A session from a Creating Wealth Seminar. The Investment Counselor Panel shares real life examples of how investors benefit from the free education and their hands-on assistance. If you are interested in investing in the most historically proven asset class, income properties this podcast is a great place to start. It also includes the reasons why investors would want to attend a future Creating Wealth Seminar and the benefits of joining the high-level Venture Alliance Mastermind. Key Takeaways: [3:09] Venture Alliance wrap-up and details about the upcoming Chicago event. [10:37] The Memphis Property Tour and Creating Wealth Seminar. [11:16] Happy 13th Anniversary to the Creating Wealth Seminar! Live Investment Counselor Panel Part 2 Q&A: [16:19] The process of finding and vetting a Local Market Specialist. [19:02] Striking the right balance between A, B and C properties in a portfolio. [24:13] Amortization of property components. [27:10] How many properties should I have in one bank account? [35:59] What benefit do Investment Counselors provide to investors? [44:20] Do Investment Counselors have different areas of expertise? [49:28] How to best utilize an Investment Counselor? Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Voxer Property Evaluator Software

Jason Hartman talks with Chris Mayer who is managing editor of the Capital and Crisis and Mayer's Special Situations newsletters. He also is a contributor to the Daily Reckoning. Graduating magna cum laude with a degree in finance and an MBA from the University of Maryland, he began his business career as a corporate banker. Mayer left the banking industry after ten years and signed on with Agora Financial. His book, Invest Like a Dealmaker, Secrets of a Former Banking Insider, documents his ability to analyze macro issues and micro investment opportunities to produce an exceptional long-term track record of winning ideas. Mayer's commentary has been featured by MarketWatch, Russia Today TV, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and the Huffington Post. http://dailyreckoning.com/author/chrismayer/

This episode includes a brief history of Jason's experiences in the real estate market from 2004 to the mortgage crisis of 2008. Jason correctly predicted the crisis and tells us what signs to look for in the future. Then, a live recording of a Creating Wealth Seminar with a panel of Investment Counselors answering real participant questions about mortgage sequencing, the importance of leverage, and common client challenges. Key Takeaways: [2:49] Details of the upcoming Creating Wealth Seminar and Memphis Property Tour. [4:11] Jason predicted the collapse of the mortgage industry way back in 2004. [11:16] Meeting other investors is one of the best things about attending a live event. Investment Counselor Panel Recorded Live: [14:03] Meet the Panel: Investment Counselors Sara, Carrie, and Oliver. [20:25] What areas of the process do clients find challenging? [24:30] During the recession, how did investment counselors help investors? [27:07] A lesson in the importance of leverage. [29:57] The strategy for mortgage sequencing. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Property Tracker Software The Greatest Management Principle in the World, by Michael LeBoeuf

Jason's guest is the larger than life, Grant Cardone. Grant is a firm believer in 'it's not what you know, it's who you know'. Grant explains the inspiration behind his book, The 10X Rule, his strategy behind getting the life you want and why becoming rich is the only safe haven in today's world. Grant recommends making your goals ten times bigger than they currently are and being willing to do whatever it takes to get what you want. Grant is a New York Times bestselling author, Executive Producer of the reality show, Turnaround King and Host of the Cardone Zone. Key Takeaways: [2:26] Venture Alliance Mastermind details. [7:54] Jason and Naresh discuss the impact the self-driving car will have on real estate. Grant Cardone Guest Interview: [20:00] Grant's new venture Act Like Success is based on committing first and figure the rest out later. [25:22] The 10X Rule is based on a concept that the goals, targets and actions people are making are low based on their potential. [27:37] How to stay excited and make your goals 10X. [29:27] Breaking free of middle-class thinking. [36:47] Find power in who you know not what you know. [41:13] You have to do whatever it takes! Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Grant Cardone Tired of Missing Sales Cardone University @grantcardone on Twitter

The world of investing involves many considerations. Chief among these are the two "Demons" of investing that must both be defeated in order to realize success. The first demon is risk, and the second is inflation. Risk comes from the fact that future returns are uncertain, and it is not possible to foresee all future events. Investments that seem 'safe' may turn out to have hidden dangers that we did not notice. Risk can never be eliminated, it can only be managed. The best way to do this is by properly diversifying your investments so that they are not all subject to the same market shocks. The second demon of investing is inflation. Inflation is especially difficult because it erodes the value of your dollars. Defeating the demon of inflation requires investment in multi-dimensional assets that are optimized to defeat inflation. Income properties meet this criteria well because the property itself holds real value by nature of the replacement cost of the structure, the loan allows you to have a fixed cost of capital for three decades, and the cash flow is pushed up by inflation while you cost structure remains flat because of the fixed-rate financing.

Thomas J. Anderson joins Jason to discuss the value of debt. Mr. Anderson is the Founder and CEO of Supernova Companies and author of The Value of Debt series of books. He has broken down life into four financial stages and gives his recommendations for the amount of debt a person should have at each stage to reach a balance between life span and money span. Mr. Anderson says too many people take on oppressive debt too early in life and the right amount of debt can be a powerful tool. Key Takeaways: [1:55] Details of the upcoming Venture Alliance Mastermind in Las Vegas and the Memphis Property Tour. Thomas J. Anderson Guest Interview: [5:26] All debt is not created equal. [6:53] Companies have optimal debt ratios because they value the liquidity, the flexibility and the tax benefits of their strategic debt. [8:43] Thomas describes the 4 stages of life and the optimal debt recommended for each. [18:04] People need inflation, appreciation and income on assets working for them over a 30-year period of time. [20:29] Real estate investors should learn the game of staying power. [22:13] During economic downturns, those with more debt benefit the most. [26:33] Debt structured the right way eliminates the need for massive returns. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind The Value of Debt Supernova Companies The Value of Debt: How to Manage Both Sides of a Balance Sheet to Maximize Wealth

Single-family homes sales rose in January. This has made income property inventory low. You can find out which properties are available in the sought after Memphis market by joining Jason during the upcoming property tour and Creating Wealth Seminar. Jason shares a live recording from a previous seminar in which he thoroughly explains why investing in a single family home as income property is the only logical investment during an inflationary period. And, if the signs are correct the U.S is entering an inflationary period under the Trump administration. Key Takeaways: [1:43] National Association of Realtor's article about home sales in January. [5:11] Single-family homes sales are up and inventory is low. [8:36] The Trump administration is a boon for the economy. [9:21] A Goldman Sachs report says interest rates will rise. [15:46] Venture Alliance Weekend and Memphis Property Tour details and dates. ASSET MATRIX - Recording from Phoenix Live Event [18:14] Inflation induced debt destruction by way of a mortgage. [20:21] Jason explains how the government manipulates inflation numbers through hedonic adjustment. [27:49] The ultimate investing equation. [35:08] Anything that does not produce income is not an investment. [36:59] Cash and bonds are destroyed by inflation. [39:01] The IRS does not account for inflation. [42:15] During deflationary periods people default on their loans. [44:38] If you have a corporate job you are paying more taxes than the self-employed. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Venture Alliance Mastermind Longevity and Biohacking Show

On this episode of the Creating Wealth Show, Jason Hartman talks with author and editor, Janet Portman, about becoming a landlord. Whether or not you call yourself a "landlord," when you rent out a house, you'll want to do it right! Ninety percent of small properties are owned by individual landlords, and millions in this group are balancing their landlord responsibilities with their daytime careers. Tune in as Jason and Janet discuss everything from landlord business basics and finding good tenants, to complying with applicable rental laws and dealing with problem tenants. Janet Portman, author, attorney, and nationally recognized specialist in landlord/tenant law, is managing editor at Nolo, the nation's recognized leader in providing legal information for consumers and small businesses. Portman oversees editorial work on all Nolo books and software. She is the author or co-author of Every Landlord's Legal Guide, Every Tenant's Legal Guide, and LeaseWriter Plus software, plus six other books, all published by Nolo. As an expert in legal issues related to landlords and tenants, Portman has appeared on national television and radio and has been quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger's, Smart Money, the Los Angeles Times, and other publications. She has also spoken on related topics such as disputes involving neighbors and pets. Before joining Nolo in 1994, Portman was a public defender for the California State Public Defender's office, representing clients at the trial, appellate, and state Supreme Court levels. Portman received undergraduate and graduate degrees from Stanford University and a law degree from Santa Clara University.